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Paul Robeson: Songs of Freedom

2009 Rated NR 52m

This penetrating documentary examines the career of beloved singer, actor and outspoken civil rights activist Paul Robeson, weaving his songs and speeches into a tapestry that reveals the complexity of his enduring legacy. Songs such as "John Brown's Body" showcase his glorious bass voice, and interviews with Robeson's family and colleagues offer an insider's perspective on his controversial political views that severely damaged his reputation.

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Cast: Paul Robeson, Henry Winston, Bayard Rustin, more...

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Movie Details

Cast
Paul Robeson, Henry Winston, Bayard Rustin, Paul Robeson Jr., John Henrik Clarke, Mark Naison, David Garrow, Martin Duberman
Genres
Documentary, Biographical Documentaries, African-American Documentaries
Format
DVD
Ratings
NR
Not rated. This movie has not been rated by the MPAA.
Screen formats

Full Screen 1.33:1

Subtitles

No

Closed captioned

No

Language and sound

English: Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo

Other features

Color; interactive menus; scene access.