Harry Belafonte

The destinies of twenty two people of different races, sexes, beliefs and social classes are intertwined on the night that politician Robert F. Kennedy is assassinated.

Contemporary version of the Bizet opera, with new lyrics and an African-American cast.

A pair of kidnappings expose the complex power dynamics within the corrupt and unpredictable workings of 1930s Kansas City.

An examination of the U.S. government's response to Hurricane Katrina.

A wagon master and a con-man preacher help freed slaves dogged by cheap-labor agents out West.

Tracks the history of Black cinema, focused mainly on the '70s, with archival and new interviews with many of the key players from the era.

Follow the real life story of Sidney Poitier, the Oscar winner of 1964.

Based on the story, See How They Run (The Ladies' Home Journal June 51), and subsequently won that year's Christopher award. The story was written by Mary Elizabeth Vroman, a 4th generation schoolteacher from the British West Indi...

Joseph Kirkland, new appointee to the US Supreme Court, suddenly finds himself the center of attention as his other eight justices have split their votes down the middle on a case involving a woman who is charged with murder after...

Most people know the lasting legacy of Harry Belafonte, the entertainer. This film unearths his significant contribution to and his leadership in the civil rights movement in America and to social justice globally.

Documentary about Miriam Makeba.

A look at the work and influence of African-American stand-up comedienne, Moms Mabley.