Black is-- black ain't [videorecording] : a personal journey through black identity / a presentation of California Newsreel ; Independent Television Service ; produced and directed by Marlon Riggs.
Imprint
[New York] : Docuramafilms : Distributed by New Video, [2008]
1 videodisc (ca. 87 min.) : sd., col. and b&w ; 4 3/4 in.
System Details
DVD; Dolby digital, stereo.; NTSC.
Note
Documentary.
Originally produced in 1995.
Program contents, c1995. Art and design: c2008.
Summary
A frank and honest look at black identity in America. Uses incisive storytelling and commentary from prominent black intellectuals, including Angela Davis, Bell Hooks, and Cornel West. Meant to stir provocative debate and add reinforcement to a bold vision for a humanity that embraces all people. Explodes the myth that black America is monolithic.