
Intimate Portraits of Black America
As a new chapter begins in this country, THE BLACK LIST offers a dynamic and never-before-heard perspective from achievers of color. This series of inspired - and inspiring - observations on African-American life in the 21st century forms a roll call of some of the most compelling politicians, writers, thinkers and performers ever to tackle their fields of endeavor. Watch the interview-portraits and get a sharper snapshot of where this country has been and where it's headed.
Directed byTimothy Greenfield-Sanders


Featuring

Colin Powell
Self

Toni Morrison
Self

Sean Combs
Self

Slash
Self

Chris Rock
Self

Louis Gossett Jr.
Self

Russell Simmons
Self

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Self
Thelma Golden
Self

Al Sharpton
Self




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