Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches
“Revolution starts with a voice.”
4.6/ 10 5 votes 2022-02-23 0h 58m 1 popularity
Acclaimed actors draw from five of Douglass’ legendary speeches, to represent a different moment in the tumultuous history of 19th century America as well as a different stage of Douglass’ long and celebrated life, while famed scholars provide context for the speeches, and remind us that Frederick Douglass’ words about racial injustice still resonate deeply today.
Director: Julia Marchesi
André Holland
Narrator (voice)
Nicole Beharie
Self
David Blight
Self
Bisa Butler
Self
Colman Domingo
Self
Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Self
Nzadi Keita
Self
Ken Morris
Self
