Ishmael Reed
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Biography: From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Ishmael Scott Reed (born 22 February 1938) is an American poet, essayist, and novelist. A prominent African-American literary figure, Reed is known for his satirical works challenging American political culture, and highlighting political and cultural oppression. Reed has been described as one of the most controversial writers. While his work has often sought to represent neglected African and African-American perspectives, his energy and advocacy have centered more broadly on neglected peoples and perspectives irrespective of their cultural origins. Description above from the Wikipedia article Ishmael Reed, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA
Adult: No
Birthday: February 22, 1938
Age: 87 years old
Gender: Other
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Boogie Man: The Lee Atwater Story
Overview: Boogie Man is a comprehensive look at political strategist, racist, and former Republican National Convention Committee chairman, Lee Atwater, who reinvigorated the Republican Party’s Southern Strategy to increase political support among white voters in the South by appealing to racism against African Americans. He mentored Karl Rove and George W. Bush and played a key role in the elections of Reagan and George H.W. Bush.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-09-26
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Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic
Overview: Mike Epps, Richard Pryor Jr. and others recount the culture-defining influence of Richard Pryor - one of America's most brilliant, iconic comic minds.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-04-23
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Personal Problems
Overview: An “experimental soap opera” centered on a Harlem nurse, her husband, her father-in-law, and her lover.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1980-08-10
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James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket
Overview: James Baldwin was at once a major 20th century American author, a Civil Rights activist and, for two crucial decades, a prophetic voice calling Americans, black and white, to confront their shared racial tragedy.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1989-08-14
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I Am Richard Pryor
Overview: The life story of Richard Pryor (1940-2005), the legendary performer and iconic social satirist who transcended racial and social barriers with his honest, irreverent and biting humor.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-03-12
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The Last Angel of History
Overview: An examination of the hitherto unexplored relationships between Pan-African culture, science fiction, intergalactic travel, and rapidly progressing computer technology.
Genres: Documentary Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-09-11
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