Becoming Frederick Douglass (2022)
Becoming Frederick Douglass (2022)
In Becoming Frederick Douglass, acclaimed director Stanley Nelson and co-director Nicole London bring to life the story of an American icon. Using Douglass's own powerful, profound speeches and writing, the story retraces his journey from a man born and raised in slavery to one of the most prominent elder statesmen and inspiring voices for freedom in American history. With additional context and insight provided by historians, scholars and Douglass's descendants, the filmmakers recount the brutality and trauma of his childhood while illuminating his strength of character, defiance against the bonds of slavery and the influences that guided his lifelong quest for freedom. The most celebrated Black man of his era, Douglass's legacy and achievements continue to resonate today. His life and work still inspires activists, educators and citizens in the fight for freedom, equality and a more just American society.

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Wendell Pierce Wendell Pierce As: Frederick Douglass (voice)
Kenneth B. Morris Jr. Kenneth B. Morris Jr. As: Self
John Stauffer John Stauffer As: Self
Sarah Elizabeth Lewis Sarah Elizabeth Lewis As: Self
Christopher Bonner Christopher Bonner As: Self
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In Becoming Frederick Douglass, acclaimed director Stanley Nelson and co-director Nicole London bring to life the story of an American icon. Using Douglass's own powerful, profound speeches and writing, the story retraces his journey from a man born and raised in slavery to one of the most prominent elder statesmen and inspiring voices for freedom in American history. With additional context and insight provided by historians, scholars and Douglass's descendants, the filmmakers recount the brutality and trauma of his childhood while illuminating his strength of character, defiance against the bonds of slavery and the influences that guided his lifelong quest for freedom. The most celebrated Black man of his era, Douglass's legacy and achievements continue to resonate today. His life and work still inspires activists, educators and citizens in the fight for freedom, equality and a more just American society.


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Genres: Documentary

Language: English

Release Date: 11 October 2022

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Runtime: 54m

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Stanley Nelson

Stanley Nelson

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Nicole London

Nicole London

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Mark Fason

Mark Fason

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Stanley Nelson

Stanley Nelson

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Maya Lynne Robinson

Maya Lynne Robinson

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Ismael Rodríguez

Ismael Rodríguez

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