Becoming Frederick Douglass

Becoming Frederick Douglass (2022)

Documentary

In Becoming Frederick Douglass, acclaimed director Stanley Nelson and co-director Nicole London bring to life the story of an American icon. Using Douglass's own powerful, profound speeches and writing, the story retraces his journey from a man born and raised in slavery to one of the most prominent elder statesmen and inspiring voices for freedom in American history. With additional context and insight provided by historians, scholars and Douglass's descendants, the filmmakers recount the brutality and trauma of his childhood while illuminating his strength of character, defiance against the bonds of slavery and the influences that guided his lifelong quest for freedom. The most celebrated Black man of his era, Douglass's legacy and achievements continue to resonate today. His life and work still inspires activists, educators and citizens in the fight for freedom, equality and a more just American society.

Directors: Stanley Nelson, Nicole London.

Casts

	Wendell Pierce as Frederick Douglass (voice)
	Kenneth B. Morris Jr. as Self
	John Stauffer as Self
	Sarah Elizabeth Lewis as Self
	Christopher Bonner as Self
	Farah Jasmine Griffin as Self
	Adam Goodheart as Self
	Nick Bromell as Self
	Derrick R. Spires as Self
	Marcia Chatelain as Self
	Vincent Leggett as Self
	Edward Baptist as Self
	Amy Murrell Taylor as Self
	Gloria J. Browne-Marshall as Self
	Robert S. Levine as Self
	Eric Foner as Self

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