Scholars from around the world examine the enduring legacy of slavery and its impact on contemporary African communities, highlighting issues such as poverty and education.
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Scholars from around the world examine the enduring legacy of slavery and its impact on contemporary African communities, highlighting issues such as poverty and education.
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Scholars from around the world discuss the legacy of slavery in "500 Years Later." The documentary premiered on February 28, 2005, and won multiple awards, including Best Documentary at the Pan African Film Festival. It addresses issues facing black communities, such as poverty, poor education, and crime. Filmed across five continents, the documentary includes interviews that examine the effects of the trans-Atlantic slave trade and the struggles of contemporary Africans. It emphasizes the need for education to heal historical wounds.
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Why Watch
- See interviews with scholars on race and history.
- Find out about the ongoing impact of slavery.
- Meet diverse voices from five continents.
Did You Know
- 500 Years Later won five international film festival awards.
- The film made its American television premiere on August 23, 2008.
- It premiered on February 28, 2005, at the Pan-African Awards.
- The sequel, Motherland, was released in 2010.
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What awards did 500 Years Later win?
500 Years Later won five international film festival awards, including the UNESCO 'Breaking the Chains' award and Best Documentary at the Pan African Film Festival in Los Angeles.
When did 500 Years Later premiere on American television?
500 Years Later made its American television premiere on August 23, 2008, on TV One.
What is the main focus of 500 Years Later?
500 Years Later studies the African diaspora and the impact of slavery, addressing issues such as poor education, poverty, and crime in black communities.
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