Films

The Black Candle

Motherland

500 Years Later

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  The Black Candle on Amazon

  The Black Candle on iTunes

  The Black Candle on Netflix

  The Black Candle

  Produced and Directed by M.K. Asante
  Narrated by Maya Angelou

  Narrated by Maya Angelou,The Black Candle is a landmark documentary that uses Kwanzaa as a vehicle to explore the African-American experience. Now airing on Starz TV.

  “Fit for a poet.”
  —Time

  “Extraordinary and inspirational.”
  —BET

  AWARDS:
  Best Documentary - Africa World Docu Film Festival

  OFFICIAL MOVIE SITE: www.theblackcandle.com

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  500 Years Later on Amazon

  500 Years Later on Netflix

  500 Years Later on Hulu

  500 Years Later

  Written and Produced by M.K. Asante
  Directed by Owen 'Alik Shahadah

  Filmed in over 20 countries, 500 Years Later is a compelling journey, infused with the spirit and music of liberation, that chronicles the struggle of a people from enslavement who continue to fight for the most essential human right - freedom.

  AWARDS:
  Breaking the Chains Award - United Nations
  Best Documentary - Pan African Film Festival
  Best Documentary - Bridgetown Film Festival
  Best Film - Berlin Black Int'l Film Festival
  Best Documentary - Harlem Int'l Film Festival
  

  OFFICIAL MOVIE SITE: www.500yearslater.com

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  Motherland on Amazon

  Motherland

  Produced by M.K. Asante
  Directed by Owen 'Alik Shahadah

  Motherland fuses history, culture, politics, and contemporary issues to tell a new story of Africa. From the glory and majesty of Africa’s past through its complex and present history, Motherland looks unflinchingly toward a positive future. With breathtaking cinematography and a fluid soundtrack sculpted by Sona Jobarteh, Motherland is a beautiful illustration of global African diversity and unity.

  AWARDS:
  Best Documentary - Zanzibar Int'l Film Festival
  Best Documentary - Pan African Film Festival

  OFFICIAL MOVIE SITE: www.themotherland.info