The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement (2011)

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The film features 85-year-old Mr. Armstrong, an African American barber in Birmingham, Alabama, as he experiences the manifestation of an unimaginable dream: the election of the first African American president. This colorful and courageous activist of the Civil Rights era casts his vote, celebrates Obama's victory and proudly unfurls the American flag as he is inducted into the Foot Soldiers Hall of Fame. Mr. Armstrong links the magnitude of the present paradigm shift with challenges he faced in the past: from his sons' integration into an all white school to the Bloody Sunday march for voting rights. The documentary raises questions about democracy and patriotism in the face of adversity, and the vigilance and action required to ensure continued forward movement to end racial injustice.

Director: Gail Dolgin, Robin Fryday
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 25 min
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Music: B. Quincy Griffin
Cinematography: Ashley James, Vicente Franco
Editing: Kim Roberts, Jacob Steingroot
Production: Chicken & Egg Films
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement about?
The film features 85-year-old Mr. Armstrong, an African American barber in Birmingham, Alabama, as he experiences the manifestation of an unimaginable dream: the election of the first African American president. This colorful and courageous activist of the Civil Rights era casts his vote, celebrates Obama's victory and proudly unfurls the American flag as he is inducted into the Foot Soldiers Hall of Fame. Mr. Armstrong links the magnitude of the present paradigm shift with challenges he faced in the past: from his sons' integration into an all white school to the Bloody Sunday march for voting rights. The documentary raises questions about democracy and patriotism in the face of adversity, and the vigilance and action required to ensure continued forward movement to end racial injustice.
Who directed The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement?
The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement was directed by Gail Dolgin, Robin Fryday.
How long is The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement?
The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement has a runtime of 25m (25 minutes).
What genre is The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement?
The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement is a Documentary, History film.
Where was The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement produced?
The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement was produced in United States of America.