Black Is the Color: African-American Artists and Segregation (2016)
Black Is the Color highlights key moments in the history of Black visual art, from Edmonds Lewis’s 1867 sculpture Forever Free, to the work of contemporary artists such as Whitfield Lovell, Kerry James Marshall, Ellen Gallagher, and Jean-Michel Basquiat. Art historians and gallery owners place the works in context, setting them against the larger social contexts of Jim Crow, WWI, the civil rights movement and the racism of the Reagan era, while contemporary artists discuss individual works by their forerunners and their ongoing influence.
Director: Jacques Goldstein
Cast: Whitfield Lovell, Kerry James Marshall, Ellen Gallagher, Richard Powell, Robert O'Meally, Michael Rosenfeld, Bridget Moore, Eric Foner
Black Is the Color: African-American Artists and Segregation Synopsis
Watch Black Is the Color: African-American Artists and Segregation (2016) online in HD quality on Goojara. This captivating Documentary and History film delivers a memorable cinematic experience from start to finish. Directed by Jacques Goldstein, the film showcases masterful storytelling and visual artistry. Featuring standout performances from Whitfield Lovell, Kerry James Marshall, Ellen Gallagher, the cast brings depth and authenticity to every scene. At 52m, it's a compelling watch that keeps you engaged throughout. Black Is the Color highlights key moments in the history of Black visual art, from Edmonds Lewis’s 1867 sculpture Forever Free, to the work of contemporary artists such as Whitfield Lovell, Kerry Jame...
