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Mamie Smith: Paradise In Harlem (1939)

Posted on July 27, 2013 by

Mamie Smith was the first African-American to make vocal blues recordings in 1920. Dubbed the “Queen of Blues” she became a sensation throughout many genres of the arts. Paradise in Harlem is a perfect example of how influential Shakespeare was … Continue reading →

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Paying Homage: Oscar Micheaux’s SWING! (1938)

Posted on July 21, 2013 by

Oscar Micheaux does it again! Swing! is a fun, flavorful and accurate portrayal of African-American life in the 1930’s. The intertwined story-lines of life as they knew it and of life as I know it, definitely got some laughs out … Continue reading →

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Paying Homage: Oscar Micheaux’s “Body & Soul” (1925)

Posted on July 20, 2013 by

As the first major African American filmmaker to write, produce, direct and distribute his own body of work, Oscar Micheaux is regarded as one of the best storytellers when recounting African-American life. In this race film, we are privileged to … Continue reading →

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