Dancing in the Light: The Janet Collins Story

Dancing in the Light: The Janet Collins Story

17 mins | March 30, 2015

In an era of ignorance, being a gifted performer doesn't shield you from the spekter of racism. A passionate and dedicated black dancer in 1930s America is asked to dance by the prestigious Ballet Russe, but they want her to paint her skin white.

Dancing in the Light: The Janet Collins Story

17 mins | March 30, 2015

Dancing in the Light: The Janet Collins Story
In an era of ignorance, being a gifted performer doesn't shield you from the spekter of racism. A passionate and dedicated black dancer in 1930s America is asked to dance by the prestigious Ballet Russe, but they want her to paint her skin white.
Producers
Original title Dancing in the Light: The Janet Collins Story
Directors Saxton Moore
Writers

Cast

Chris Rock

as Narrator