Color Adjustment
"A History of African American Portrayal on Television"
Originally released in 1992. Color Adjustment is a documentary film. directed by Marlon Riggs. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ruby Dee, Norman Lear, and Tim Reid
Synopsis
From Amos 'n' Andy to Nat King Cole, from Roots to The Cosby Show, black people have played many roles on primetime television. Brilliantly weaving clips from classic TV shows with commentary from TV producers, black actors and scholars, Marlon Riggs blends humor, insight, and thoughtful analysis to explore the evolution of black/white relations as reflected by America's favorite addiction.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 29, 1992
33 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Color Adjustment about?
From Amos 'n' Andy to Nat King Cole, from Roots to The Cosby Show, black people have played many roles on primetime television. Brilliantly weaving clips from classic TV shows with commentary from ...
Who directed Color Adjustment?
Color Adjustment was directed by Marlon Riggs.
How long is Color Adjustment?
Color Adjustment has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was Color Adjustment released?
Color Adjustment was released on January 29, 1992 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Color Adjustment?
The main cast of Color Adjustment includes Ruby Dee, Norman Lear, Tim Reid, Daphne Maxwell Reid, Steven Bochco.