Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty

A sober, affectionate tribute that moves gently through archival clips and talking heads, leaving a bittersweet ache for a trailblazer's struggles.

Directed by

Ruth Adkins Robinson

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Dorothy Dandridge, Obba Babatundé, Laurence Fishburne

Overview

Actor Obba Babatundé hosts this biopic showcasing the life of acclaimed African-American singer and actress Dorothy Dandridge, who overcame racism and personal tragedy to become one of the most acclaimed performers of Hollywood's golden age. The film combines rare historical footage of Dandridge, on and off the stage, and interviews with stars such as Laurence Fishburne, Jasmine Guy and Halle Berry discussing her powerful legacy.

How it feels

Melancholic, earnest and warm. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Race, celebrity, identity, grief

Content

Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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