Birthright
"A story of the negro —and the South"
Originally released in 1938. Birthright is a drama film. directed by Oscar Micheaux. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Carman Newsome, Ethel Moses, and Alec Lovejoy
Synopsis
After graduating from Harvard University, Peter Siner returns to his small Tennessee hometown, where he hopes to start a school for black children.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1938
88 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (13 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Micheaux Picture Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birthright about?
After graduating from Harvard University, Peter Siner returns to his small Tennessee hometown, where he hopes to start a school for black children.
Who directed Birthright?
Birthright was directed by Oscar Micheaux.
How long is Birthright?
Birthright has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was Birthright released?
Birthright was released on January 1, 1938 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Birthright?
The main cast of Birthright includes Carman Newsome, Ethel Moses, Alec Lovejoy, Hazel Diaz, Trixie Smith.