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Nation of Islam: A Portrait

 
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Type: Library or Collection
Subject: Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences
Institution Name: WGBH
Collection Name: WGBH Open Vault

Abstract: History of Black Capitalism in the United States. Program explores the beliefs and ideals of African American Muslims who are members of the Nation of Islam, through three principal segments: footage from the 1975 Savior's Day Celebration in Chicago (including excerpts from a speeches and interviews given by Supreme Minister Wallace D. Muhammad and National Secretary Abass Rasoul), a 'Conversation' between Vickie Jones and a female member of the Nation of Islam about restrictions placed upon women by the Nation, and an excerpt from an interview with poet and Nation member Sonia 5X Sanchez. Additional segments include 'Information' on Arab/African relations, a 'Spotlight' on the African art of Momodou Ceesay, the 'Historical Minute' with Georgia State Representative Julian Bond, 'Commentary' by professor and historian A.B. Spellman, and segment interludes with Reggie Torrian (of the musical group The Impressions), Louis Wilson (of the musical group Mandrill), and Pi Douglas (cast member of The Wiz). Produced by Marita Rivero. Directed by Conrad White.

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Specific Types of Materials: Primary Source
Media Formats: Video, Text/HTML
Language: English

Conditions of Use: Custom License

Free to view for educational use only. Copyright restrictions apply for all other uses.

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