Sponsored by Frank and Ducky Donath
The live stream Q&A for this film, in conjunction with Park Row, took place Sun, Oct 25 at 8pm. Available for Pass holders. The recorded discussion can be viewed HERE
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Through a treasure trove of archival footage and firsthand interviews, The Black Press explores how black journalists created an alternative media to tell their own stories—including invaluable coverage of black soldiers’ contributions to World War II. Since the early 1800’s Black newspapers have existed in almost every major city in the U.S. From facilitating the migration of Southern Blacks to northern cities; to recording the social and political events affecting the lives of African Americans; to providing a showcase honoring Black soldiers in World War II, the Black press documented life for millions of people that were otherwise ignored.
Stanley Nelson, a three-time Primetime Emmy Award winner and a MacArthur Fellow, is a director, writer and producer of documentaries examining African-American history and experiences. He is a recipient of the 2013 National Humanities Medal from President Obama.