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Though often forgotten by the masses, Sidney Poitier is a landmark for American cinema - and for the history of the United States itself. After all, this actor, filmmaker, and activist not only became the first black actor to win an Oscar, but also made the fight for black rights a constant in his life and career, participating in important civil rights movements. In this documentary produced by Oprah Winfrey and directed by Reginald Hudlin, Sidney's story is explored with archives and candid interviews with Denzel Washington, Halle Berry, Robert Redford, Spike Lee, and other great names in cinema. An important document about our past.
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From producer Oprah Winfrey and directed by Reginald Hudlin, this revealing documentary honors the legendary Sidney Poitier and his legacy as an iconic actor, filmmaker and activist at the center of Hollywood and the Civil Rights Movement. Featuring candid interviews with Denzel Washington, Halle Berry, Robert Redford, Lenny Kravitz, Barbra Streisand, Spike Lee and many more, the film is also produced by Derik Murray, in close collaboration with the Poitier family.
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