Black Ballerina
Originally released in 2016. Black Ballerina is a documentary film. directed by Frances McElroy. At just 54 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Raven Wilkinson
Synopsis
BLACK BALLERINA tells the story of several black women from different generations who fell in love with ballet. Six decades ago, while pursuing their dreams, Joan Myers Brown, Delores Browne and Raven Wilkinson confronted racism, exclusion and unequal opportunity. Today, young dancers of color continue to face formidable challenges breaking into the overwhelmingly white world of ballet. Moving back and forth in time, this lyrical, character driven film shows how far we still have to go and stimulates a fresh discussion about race, inclusion and opportunity across all sectors of American society.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 4, 2016
9 years ago
Runtime
0h 54m
54 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Ballerina about?
BLACK BALLERINA tells the story of several black women from different generations who fell in love with ballet. Six decades ago, while pursuing their dreams, Joan Myers Brown, Delores Browne and Ra...
Who directed Black Ballerina?
Black Ballerina was directed by Frances McElroy.
How long is Black Ballerina?
Black Ballerina has a runtime of 0 hours and 54 minutes (54 minutes total).
When was Black Ballerina released?
Black Ballerina was released on September 4, 2016 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Black Ballerina?
The main cast of Black Ballerina includes Raven Wilkinson.