The Black Power Mixtape 1967-1975 (2011)

Name: The Black Power Mixtape 1967-1975
Genre: Documentary, History
Released: 2011
Duration: 100 min
Rating: 7.6
Cast: Abiodun Oyewole, Talib Kweli, Angela Davis, Harry Belafonte, Kwame Ture

1h 40m United States of America, Sweden

Documentary History

Plot

Exploring the transformative years of the Black Power Movement from 1967 to 1975, this documentary presents rare footage captured by Swedish journalists in America. It highlights pivotal figures like Angela Davis, Bobby Seale, Huey P. Newton, and Eldridge Cleaver, alongside various activists and artists who shaped the era. Through their voices and experiences, the film delves into the struggle for racial justice and empowerment, providing a compelling look at a significant chapter in American history. The blend of archival visuals and contemporary reflections offers a profound perspective on the movement's legacy.

Cast

Abiodun Oyewole Talib Kweli Angela Davis Harry Belafonte Kwame Ture Erykah Badu Sonia Sánchez Kathleen Cleaver Bobby Seale Robin Kelley John Forte Melvin Van Peebles Kenny Gamble