Despite the technical shortcomings, Micheaux made an edgy film...then ruined it with the tacked on happy ending!
Apparently this was his only way to get the movie approved, but it's still unfortunate.
Robeson is really convincing, but he stands alone as a notable performer here.
Apparently this was his only way to get the movie approved, but it's still unfortunate.
Robeson is really convincing, but he stands alone as a notable performer here.