Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches

About Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches

Acclaimed actors draw from five of Douglass’ legendary speeches, to represent a different moment in the tumultuous history of 19th century America as well as a different stage of Douglass’ long and celebrated life, while famed scholars provide context for the speeches, and remind us that Frederick Douglass’ words about racial injustice still resonate deeply today.

Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches (2022) is a documentary history film directed by Julia Marchesi. Released in February 2022, it runs 58 minutes.

The film is filed under slavery, african american history, biography, and writer.

André Holland stars as Narrator (voice), Nicole Beharie as Self, David Blight as Self, and Bisa Butler as Self. Production companies include Inkwell Media and McGee Media. It streams on HBO Max and HBO Max Amazon Channel in the United States.

12 Years a Slave, Hidden Figures, and Saving Mr. Banks make useful companions to Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches.