Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty
Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty
NR | 24 June 2003 (USA)
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Actor Obba Babatundé hosts this biopic showcasing the life of acclaimed African-American singer and actress Dorothy Dandridge, who overcame racism and personal tragedy to become one of the most acclaimed performers of Hollywood's golden age. The film combines rare historical footage of Dandridge, on and off the stage, and interviews with stars such as Laurence Fishburne, Jasmine Guy and Halle Berry discussing her powerful legacy.

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Dorathen

Better Late Then Never

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Neive Bellamy

Excellent and certainly provocative... If nothing else, the film is a real conversation starter.

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Myron Clemons

A film of deceptively outspoken contemporary relevance, this is cinema at its most alert, alarming and alive.

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Skyler

Great movie. Not sure what people expected but I found it highly entertaining.

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