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Voice of Freedom (2021)

"Turbulent Times Turned an Artist into a Hero"

0.020212h 0mEN
Documentary

Directed by Rob Rapley

Rating

0.0/10

Runtime

2h 0m

Language

EN

Release

February 15, 2021

Director

Rob Rapley

Official Trailer

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Overview

On Easter Sunday, 1939, contralto Marian Anderson stepped up to a microphone in front of the Lincoln Memorial. Inscribed on the walls of the monument behind her were the words “all men are created equal.” Barred from performing in Constitution Hall because of her race, Anderson would sing for the Am...

Cast

Marian Anderson

Marian Anderson

Self (archive footage)

Renée Elise Goldsberry

Renée Elise Goldsberry

Narrator (voice)

Allida M. Black

Allida M. Black

herself

Angela Brown

Angela Brown

herself

Lucy Caplan

Lucy Caplan

herself

Alisha Lola Jones

Alisha Lola Jones

herself

Adriane Lentz-Smith

Adriane Lentz-Smith

herself

Carol Oja

Carol Oja

herself

Jillian Patricia Pirtle

Jillian Patricia Pirtle

herself

Sharon Vriend Robinette

Sharon Vriend Robinette

herself

Kira Thurman

Kira Thurman

herself

Leslie Ureña

Leslie Ureña

herself

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Voice of Freedom (2021), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

On Easter Sunday, 1939, contralto Marian Anderson stepped up to a microphone in front of the Lincoln Memorial. Inscribed on the walls of the monument behind her were the words “all men are created equal.” Barred from performing in Constitution Hall because of her race, Anderson would sing for the American people in the open air. Hailed as a voice that “comes around once in a hundred years” by maestros in Europe and widely celebrated by both white and black audiences at home, her fame hadn’t been enough to spare her from the indignities and outright violence of racism and segregation.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Voice of Freedom. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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