African American Masters
A collection of films about African American cultural icons.

Sammy Davis, Jr.: I’ve Gotta Be Me
The first major film documentary of the life and art of entertainer Sammy Davis Jr.
Sammy Davis, Jr.: I’ve Gotta Be Me

Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am
An artful and intimate meditation on the legendary storyteller.
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Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am

Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool
Discover the man behind the legend.
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Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool

Celebrating Bird: The Triumph of Charlie Parker
A father of bebop, Charlie Parker influenced generations of musicians.
Celebrating Bird: The Triumph of Charlie Parker

Follow the country music superstar’s journey from segregated Mississippi to Nashville.
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Charley Pride: I’m Just Me

He lived fast, died young and created thousands of drawings and paintings.
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Basquiat: Rage to Riches

Gladys Bentley: Drag King of the Harlem Renaissance
Gladys Bentley was a musician and drag king who was a part of the Harlem Renaissance.