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Black Shadows on a Silver Screen (1975) – Official Trailer, Cast & Details
Black Shadows on a Silver Screen at a Glance
Black Shadows on a Silver Screen is a 1975 documentary film from director Steven York, featuring Ossie Davis, George Johnson and Lorenzo Tucker. It has a runtime of 52 minutes and premiered on April 19, 1975.
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Ossie Davis narrates a history of "race films," films made before 1950 which catered to a primarily black audience.
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Ossie Davis
Narrator
George Johnson
Self (archive sound)
Lorenzo Tucker
Self (archive sound)
Lucia Lynn Moses
Self (archive sound)
Fredi Washington
Self (archive sound)
Henry Armstrong
Self (archive footage)
Josephine Baker
Self (archive footage)
Leslie Banks
Self (archive footage)
Clarence Brooks
Self (archive footage)
Cab Calloway
Self (archive footage)
Walter Connolly
Self (archive footage)
Miriam Cooper
Self (archive footage)
Frequently Asked Questions About Black Shadows on a Silver Screen
What is the release date of Black Shadows on a Silver Screen?
Black Shadows on a Silver Screen was released on April 19, 1975.
How long is Black Shadows on a Silver Screen?
Black Shadows on a Silver Screen runs 52 minutes (52 minutes).
Who is in the cast of Black Shadows on a Silver Screen?
Black Shadows on a Silver Screen stars Ossie Davis as Narrator, George Johnson as Self (archive sound), Lorenzo Tucker as Self (archive sound) and Lucia Lynn Moses as Self (archive sound). The cast also includes Fredi Washington, Henry Armstrong, Josephine Baker and Leslie Banks.
Who directed Black Shadows on a Silver Screen?
Black Shadows on a Silver Screen was directed by Steven York. The screenplay is credited to Thomas Cripps.
What kind of movie is Black Shadows on a Silver Screen?
Black Shadows on a Silver Screen is listed on TMDB as a documentary film.
What should I watch if I liked Black Shadows on a Silver Screen?
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