Movie Description
James Weldon Johnson
(1972)Overview
A biography of James Weldon Johnson whose career included music, poetry, and public service. Includes a visualization of his poem The creation, with a reading by Raymond St. Jacques. Johnson, most known for his poem, “The Creation”, was active in civil rights, and was the first Black man admitted to the Florida Bar. This biography of Johnson includes a dramatic reading of “The Creation”. Johnson wrote the lyrics to "Life Every Voice and Sing".
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(Self) Archival Footage
(Self) Narrator
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Original TitleJames Weldon Johnson
Status Released
Release Information
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1972-01-01
Original Language
Runtime 00h 12m
Production CompaniesOxford Films
Genres
- Documentary
- History