Plot — What is Black Des Moines: Voices Seldom Heard about?
Chronicles the history of blacks in Des Moines, Iowa from the mid-1800s to the present. Vintage photos and film clips are used with interviews to detail the contributions of blacks from their first appearance via the Pre-Civil War "underground railroad" to the emotional issues of today. Includes early photos of black businesses and neighborhoods, the beginnings of the Iowa Bystander newspaper, first-hand recollections of the 1920s and 1930s, disruption caused by the freeway construction and urban renewal, and the many innovations and achievements made by Des Moines blacks. Originally aired on WOI-TV on September 10, 1985.
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| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1985 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 57 min |
Black Des Moines: Voices Seldom Heard — FAQ
Is Black Des Moines: Voices Seldom Heard worth watching? Chronicles the history of blacks in Des Moines, Iowa from the mid-1800s to the present. Vintage photos and film clips are used with interviews to detail the contributions of blacks from their first appearance via the Pre
Who directed Black Des Moines: Voices Seldom Heard? Directed by Dennis Goodrich.
Who is in the cast of Black Des Moines: Voices Seldom Heard? It stars Verda L. Williams, Beverly Fischer, Emery Jackson, James E. Bowman, George Nichols, James B. Morris III and more.
Where can I stream Black Des Moines: Voices Seldom Heard? Streaming availability for Black Des Moines: Voices Seldom Heard is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Black Des Moines: Voices Seldom Heard release? It released in 1985.
