The Black Candle
Kwanzaa, celebrated by millions, originated from the Black Power Movement in the 1960s and emphasizes seven core principles for community empowerment.
Synopsis
Kwanzaa, celebrated by millions, originated from the Black Power Movement in the 1960s and emphasizes seven core principles for community empowerment.
People
View all →
Synopsis
Maya Angelou's voice guides audiences through the history of Kwanzaa in The Black Candle. Directed by M. K. Asante, the film traces the holiday's origins from the Black Power Movement of the 1960s to its contemporary significance. It features insights from figures like Maulana Karenga and Synthia Saint James, who discuss the seven principles that underpin Kwanzaa. Through interviews and archival footage, the documentary illustrates how the holiday fosters community and cultural identity among people of African descent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed The Black Candle?
M. K. Asante directed The Black Candle.
When did The Black Candle premiere on cable television?
The Black Candle premiered on cable television on Starz in November 2012.
What award did The Black Candle win at the Africa World Documentary Film Festival?
The Black Candle won Best Full Length Documentary at the 2009 Africa World Documentary Film Festival.
What are people saying?
Play More Like This
Browse more like this
Related Films
Is this your film?
If you made this film or hold the rights to it, we'd like to talk. We can license it and pay you a share of what it earns.
Comments