Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches (2022)

4.6/10 • 58 min • Documentary History

Overview

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.

Cast

André Holland

Narrator (voice)

Nicole Beharie

Self

Colman Domingo

Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

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Sarah Lewis

Jonathan Majors

Denzel Whitaker

Jeffrey Wright

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