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202220 minGdocumentary

Alive in Bronze

202220 minGdocumentary

Sculpturist Dana King molds a bust of Huey Newton with assistance from his wife, Fredrika Newton, to ensure an accurate representation.

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Sculpturist Dana King molds a bust of Huey Newton with assistance from his wife, Fredrika Newton, to ensure an accurate representation.

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Sculptor Dana King molds a bust of Huey Newton, co-founder of the Black Panther Party, in 2022. She seeks assistance from Fredrika Newton, his wife, to accurately capture his likeness. The film documents their collaboration on this artistic project. It spans the creative process and the personal connection between the artist and the subject's legacy. The documentary runs for 20 minutes.

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