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S7·E6 Midnight Ramble

Episode
Season 7, Episode 6
Air Date
October 26, 1994
Runtime
55 minutes
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired October 26, 1994 55 min
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Synopsis

The little-known story of a black independent film industry that thrived outside of Hollywood and produced close to 500 feature movies for African American audiences between 1910 and 1940. Many race movies tackled some of the difficult social issues that confronted black urban society: alcoholism, crime, morality, class conflict, even racism and lynching, setting the stage for today's independent black cinema movement.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 7 Episode 6 of American Experience air?

Season 7, Episode 6 ('Midnight Ramble') originally aired on October 26, 1994.

How long is Season 7 Episode 6 ('Midnight Ramble')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.

What happens in American Experience Season 7 Episode 6?

The little-known story of a black independent film industry that thrived outside of Hollywood and produced close to 500 feature movies for African American audiences between 1910 and 1940. Many race movies tackled some of the difficult social issues that confronted black urban society: alcoholism, c...

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