Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty

Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty

60 mins | Documentary | June 24, 2003

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.

Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty

60 mins | Documentary | June 24, 2003

Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty
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.
Producers Passport Video
Original title Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty
Directors Ruth Adkins Robinson
Writers Ruth Adkins Robinson

Cast

Dorothy Dandridge

as (archive footage)

Obba Babatundé

as Host

Carmen De Lavallade

as Herself

Laurence Fishburne

as Himself

Jasmine Guy

as Herself

Brock Peters

as Himself

Halle Berry

as Herself (archive footage)

Joe Adams

as Himself

Alan L. Gansberg

as Himself

Fayard Nicholas

as Himself