The Black Candle

Nan
1h 11m
2009
5.8 /10 (2)

Overview

The origins of Kwanzaa and the seven principles upon which the pan-African holiday derives its meaning are explored in this fascinating documentary. Narrated by Maya Angelou.

Country : United States of America
Languages : English, Français
Released Date: 2009-01-04

Top Billed Cast

Maya Angelou

Self - Narrator

Molefi Kete Asante

Self

Jim Brown

Self

Chuck D

Self

Lovensky Jean-Baptiste

Self

Maulana Karenga

Self

Haki R. Madhubuti

Self

Theodore Perkins

Self

Dead Prez

Self

Synthia Saint James

Self

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