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201753 minPG-13documentary

6.1/ 10(9 ratings)• TMDB

Art History Literature Writing

Africa's Great Civilizations

201753 minPG-13documentary

6.1/ 10(9 ratings)• TMDB

Two hundred thousand years of African history are examined, covering the continent's contributions to art, writing, and civilization by the dawn of the 20th century.

“A Nonfiction Film”

Art History Literature Writing

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Nick Brandestini,

Steve Ellington

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Two hundred thousand years of African history are examined, covering the continent's contributions to art, writing, and civilization by the dawn of the 20th century.

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Nick Brandestinidirector

Steve Ellingtondirector

Taylor Segrestwriter

Connie Jonescast

Hank Jones

Synopsis

Henry Louis Gates Jr. examines Africa's history from the birth of humanity to the early 20th century. The documentary covers two hundred thousand years, focusing on the origins of art, writing, and civilization on the continent. It details how Africa and its people influenced their own societies and the broader world.

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