The Black Emperor of Broadway

2020
1h 38m

IMDb RATING

6.1/10

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In 1921, Eugene O'Neill rejects the use of blackface and casts African American actor Charles Gilpin in the lead of his groundbreaking play "Emperor Jones".In 1921, Eugene O'Neill rejects the use of blackface and casts African American actor Charles Gilpin in the lead of his groundbreaking play "Emperor Jones".In 1921, Eugene O'Neill rejects the use of blackface and casts African American actor Charles Gilpin in the lead of his groundbreaking play "Emperor Jones".

Director
- Arthur Egeli
Writers
- Ian Bowater
- Adrienne Earle Pender
Stars

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IMDb RATING

6.1/10

147

YOUR RATING

Director
- Arthur Egeli
Writers
- Ian Bowater
- Adrienne Earle Pender
Stars

See production info at IMDbPro

Videos1

Trailer 2:39

Gilpin Trailer

Photos31

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User reviews2

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10Dzi22

Why hasn't this story been told??

Growing up around Broadway and Black community, I can't believe I have never heard of Gilpin. Not only is this a historic insight into Broadway - but also a reminder that there are so many forgotten Black stories that need to be told! thank you for sharing this story with us

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