Black Roots
Originally released in 1970. Black Roots is a documentary film. directed by Lionel Rogosin. At just 63 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jim Collier, Gary Davis, and Larry Johnson
Synopsis
Black Roots is the fourth feature-length film produced and directed by American independent filmmaker Lionel Rogosin. The film gathers a number of African American folk and blues musicians in a room, where they share stories and songs about the black experience in America.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 25, 1970
55 years ago
Runtime
1h 3m
63 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (10 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Germany
+ 2 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- NDR
- Sveriges Radio-TV
- Rogosin Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Roots about?
Black Roots is the fourth feature-length film produced and directed by American independent filmmaker Lionel Rogosin. The film gathers a number of African American folk and blues musicians in a roo...
Who directed Black Roots?
Black Roots was directed by Lionel Rogosin.
How long is Black Roots?
Black Roots has a runtime of 1 hours and 3 minutes (63 minutes total).
When was Black Roots released?
Black Roots was released on February 25, 1970 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Black Roots?
The main cast of Black Roots includes Jim Collier, Gary Davis, Larry Johnson, Florynce Kennedy, Wende Smith.