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James Baldwin Abroad

James Baldwin Abroad

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Showcasing three short films by American writer James Baldwin, wherein he muses about race, sexuality and civil rights, among other topics, in Istanbul, Paris and Great Britain.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

85 mins

Rating

10/10

Release Date

03 February 2023

Country

France

Cast

James Baldwin

James Baldwin

Self

Dick Gregory

Dick Gregory

Self

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