African Americans in film
In what year did African-American films begin to have quality?
1980s
Who inspired African Americans to fight for their rights through books?
Frederick Douglass
What are some key strategies in the Fight for Freedom during the Civil Rights Movement?
Nonviolent protests, boycotts, marches and legal challenges.
How did the great depression impact film production in Hollywood, especially for black film production companies?
The great depression led to the temporary closure of many black film production companies due to financial difficulties and a decrease in audience demand
What inspired Martin Luther king Jr. to adopt the concept of nonviolence?
Reading Henry David Thoreau's "Essay on Civil Disobedience" and hearing Dr. Mordecai Johnson's speech
How is everyday individuals contribute?
Through participation in protest, boycotts, and grassroots activism
What was the impact of the development of sound cinema on black film production companies during the 1930s?
It posed an additional challenge, requiring investments in technical equipment, resulting in the closure of some black film production companies
What are the six key principles of nonviolence according to Martin Luther King Jr.?
resistance to evil without violence, seeking the friendship and understanding of the opponent, opposing the evil itself, willingness to suffer without retaliation, motivation by love, and having faith in the future and the justice of the universe
What are some challenges faced and overcome?
Opposition from authorities, violence, and institutional racism