Becoming bell hooks
Released 2 years ago in 2024. Becoming bell hooks is a documentary film. directed by Elon Justice. At just 59 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring bell hooks, Octavia Spencer, and Gloria Steinem
Synopsis
Explore the life and legacy of Kentucky-born author bell hooks, who wrote nearly 40 books and whose work at the intersection of race, class and gender serves as a lasting contribution to the feminist movement. Learn how bell’s childhood in Hopkinsville and her connection to Kentucky’s “hillbilly culture” informed her views and her belief that feminism is for everybody. Becoming bell hooks, a one-hour documentary, features selections read by Academy Award winner Octavia Spencer and interviews with feminist activist Gloria Steinem, Kentucky writers Crystal Wilkinson and Silas House, bell’s younger sister Gwenda Motley and many others.
Quick Facts
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- KET
- Kentucky Educational Television
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Becoming bell hooks about?
Explore the life and legacy of Kentucky-born author bell hooks, who wrote nearly 40 books and whose work at the intersection of race, class and gender serves as a lasting contribution to the femi...
Who directed Becoming bell hooks?
Becoming bell hooks was directed by Elon Justice.
How long is Becoming bell hooks?
Becoming bell hooks has a runtime of 0 hours and 59 minutes (59 minutes total).
When was Becoming bell hooks released?
Becoming bell hooks was released on February 27, 2024 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Becoming bell hooks?
The main cast of Becoming bell hooks includes bell hooks, Octavia Spencer, Gloria Steinem, Crystal Wilkinson, Silas House.