The Tallest Tree in Our Forest
The Tallest Tree in our Forest is a 1977 documentary film directed and written by Gil Noble, about singer, actor and activist, Paul Robeson.[1] It was shot on 16mm film and was started shortly before Robeson's death at age 77 in 1976.[2] The film features rare archival footage, interviews, and still photography from the twentieth century. The title is taken from a 1940s statement made by Mary McLeod Bethune describing Paul Robeson.[3] The film was originally available in a three-part format for use on public-access television channels and in classrooms for ages fourteen and above.[4]
The Tallest Tree in Our Forest | |
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Directed by | Gil Noble |
Produced by | Gil Noble |
Written by | Gil Noble |
Starring | Paul Robeson |
Edited by | Antonio Andresekais |
Distributed by | Phoenix Learning Group, Inc. |
Release date | 1977 |
Running time | 90 minutes |
Country | United States |
Language | English |
Interviewees
- Paul Robeson
- Harry Belafonte
- Lloyd Brown
- Dizzy Gillespie
- Paul Robeson, Jr.
- John Henrik Clarke
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References
- "Paul Robeson Centennial Celebration". Retrieved 2009-02-13.
- "Gil Noble: Visionary Videos: NVLP: African American History". Retrieved 2009-02-13.
- Duberman, Martin. Paul Robeson The Apex of Fame, 1989, page 285
- "Paul Robeson Tallest Tree In Our Forest". The New York Times. 2005-02-07. Retrieved 2009-02-13.
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