Documentary
Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty
User Score2 votes
75%7.5/10
Release2003→
Runtime1H 0M
LanguageEnglish
StatusReleased
Synopsis
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.
Principal Cast8

Dorothy Dandridge
Self (archive footage)

Obba Babatundé
Host

Laurence Fishburne
Self

Jasmine Guy
Self

Rolonda Watts
Self

Brock Peters
Self

Fayard Nicholas
Self

Carmen De Lavallade
Self
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Director
Ruth Adkins Robinson
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Countries:United States of America
Production:Passport Video











