Films

  • The Black Candle

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    The Black Candle

    Written 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. The Black Candle is a story about the struggle and triumph of family, community and culture. Filmed across the United States, Africa, Europe and the Caribbean, The Black Candle is more than a film about a holiday, it's a celebration of a people!

    AWARDS:
    Best Documentary - Africa World Docu Film Festival

    OFFICIAL MOVIE SITE: www.theblackcandle.com

  • Motherland

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    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

  • 500 Years Later

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    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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Tour

  • 8/16/2010
    American Documentary Showcase
    Harare, Zimbabwe

  • 10/15/2010
    Duquesne University
    Pittsburgh, PA

  • 10/16/2010
    Diop Conference
    Philadelphia, PA

  • 10/20/2010
    Vanderbilt University
    Nashville, TN

  • 11/15/2010
    Penn State University
    State College, PA

  • 12/1/2010
    World Festival of Black Arts
    Dakar, Senegal