Anthem [videorecording] / by Marlon Riggs. [1991]

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Anthem [videorecording] / by Marlon Riggs. [1991]

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/219839647

Structured as a poetic collage of sensual, sexual, and defiant images and words, this performative documentary explores sexual freedom and expression among African American gay men. Poetry performances include "American Wedding" by Essex Hemphill and "Unfinished Work" by Colin Robinson. Reginald T. Jackson, Steve Langley and Donald Woods are among other contributing poets.

1 videocassette of 1 (U-Matic) (9 min.) : sd., col. ; 3/4 in. original.

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Langley, Steve

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Robinson, Colin, 1961-

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Riggs, Marlon T.

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Marlon Troy Riggs (3 February 1957 - 5 April 1994) was a gay African-American filmmaker, educator, poet, and gay rights activist. He also produced, wrote, and directed several television documentaries. From the description of Marlon Riggs archive, including papers, videos, and personal items, 1957-1994. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 754865939 Filmography Long Train Running: The Story of the Oakland Blues, 1981. (Co-produ...

Woods, Donald, 1906-1998

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Hemphill, Essex

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Jackson, Reginald

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