My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage (2006)
"My Nappy Roots" explores the politics, culture and history of African American hair. Is there such a thing as "Good and Bad" hair? How has the Eurocentric ideal of beauty influenced black hair through modern history? "My Nappy Roots" will vibrantly depict some of the complex social, political and cultural influences that have dominated the dialogue surrounding African and African American hairstyles from styling patterns and cultural trends to the business of black hair care products, services and advertising. The film will use the evolution of black hairstyles as a touchstone to address the broader struggle of African American people in their search for social control, identity and economic independence.
Director: Regina Kimbell, Jay Bluemke
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 78 min
Release Date: April 3, 2006
Cast
- Cherrell - Self
- Kim Fields - Self
- Vivica A. Fox - Self
- Ed Gardner - Self
- Gary Gardner - Self
- Lalah Hathaway - Self
- Ella Joyce - Self
- Ananda Lewis - Self
- Tre Major - Self
- Elise Neal - Self
Screenplay
Editing: Jay Bluemke, Morgen Kassel
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Regina Kimbell, Jay Bluemke
More Films in Genre: Documentary, History
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage about?
- "My Nappy Roots" explores the politics, culture and history of African American hair. Is there such a thing as "Good and Bad" hair? How has the Eurocentric ideal of beauty influenced black hair through modern history? "My Nappy Roots" will vibrantly depict some of the complex social, political and cultural influences that have dominated the dialogue surrounding African and African American hairstyles from styling patterns and cultural trends to the business of black hair care products, services and advertising. The film will use the evolution of black hairstyles as a touchstone to address the broader struggle of African American people in their search for social control, identity and economic independence.
- Who directed My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage?
- My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage was directed by Regina Kimbell, Jay Bluemke.
- Who stars in My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage?
- My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage stars Cherrell, Kim Fields, Vivica A. Fox, Ed Gardner, Gary Gardner, Lalah Hathaway.
- How long is My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage?
- My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage has a runtime of 1h 18m (78 minutes).
- What genre is My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage?
- My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage is a Documentary, History film.