Booker T. Washington: The Life and the Legacy (1982)

Storyline

Traces the life of Booker T. Washington, ex-slave, author, educator, and political leader, focusing on his stewardship of Tuskegee Institute in Alabama. Uses historic photographs, re-created vignettes, and interviews with contemporaries such as W.E.B. DuBois to present Washington's complex personality and his influence on southern life after the Civil War. Also examines his controversial policies of Black economic self-reliance and political accommodation

Key Information

                                        Director
                                        William Greaves
                                    

                                        Writers
                                        William Greaves
                                    

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Booker T. Washington: The Life and the Legacy released?

Booker T. Washington: The Life and the Legacy was released on May 31, 1982.

How long is Booker T. Washington: The Life and the Legacy?

The runtime of Booker T. Washington: The Life and the Legacy is 32m.

What genre is Booker T. Washington: The Life and the Legacy?

Booker T. Washington: The Life and the Legacy is a Documentary movie.

Where can I watch Booker T. Washington: The Life and the Legacy?

Booker T. Washington: The Life and the Legacy is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Who directed Booker T. Washington: The Life and the Legacy?

Booker T. Washington: The Life and the Legacy was directed by William Greaves.

What language is Booker T. Washington: The Life and the Legacy in?

Booker T. Washington: The Life and the Legacy is originally in English.