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    Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities

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    2017     Documentary    
    USA
    1h 30min

    Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Historically Black Colleges and Universities spans 170 years of American history. The 90-minute documentary film and multi-platform project by award-winning documentary filmmaker Stanley Nelson, explores the pivotal role HBCUs have played in the ascent of African-Americans and their families -- from slavery to the present day. The film also examines the impact HBCUs have had on American history, culture, and national identity.

    Directed byStanley Nelson
    Written byMarcia Smith
    CompanyFirelight FilmsFirelight FilmsFirelight Films

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