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Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty

2003
Directed byRuth Adkins Robinson
1h 0m

Actor Obba Babatundé hosts this biopic showcasing the life of acclaimed African-American singer and actress Dorothy Dandridge, who overcame racism and personal tragedy to become one of the most acclaimed performers of Hollywood's golden age. The film combines rare historical footage of Dandridge, on and off the stage, and interviews with stars such as Laurence Fishburne, Jasmine Guy and Halle Berry discussing her powerful legacy.

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Dorothy DandridgeSelf (archive footage)Obba BabatundéHost
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Laurence Fishburne
Self
Jasmine GuySelf
Rolonda WattsSelf
Brock PetersSelf
Fayard NicholasSelf
Carmen De LavalladeSelf
Joe AdamsSelf
Alan L. GansbergSelf
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Documentary
STATUSReleased
RATING
7.5

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