Ishmael Reed

Ishmael Reed

Born: February 22, 1938
in Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA
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Ishmael Scott Reed (born 22 February 1938) is an American poet, essayist, and novelist. A prominent African-American literary figure, Reed is known for his satirical works challenging American political culture, and highlighting political and cultural oppression.

Reed has been described as one of the most controversial writers. While his work has often sought to represent neglected African and African-American perspectives, his energy and advocacy have centered more broadly on neglected peoples and perspectives irrespective of their cultural origins.

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I Am Richard Pryor
Title: I Am Richard Pryor
Character: Self - Poet and Novelist
Released: March 12, 2019
Type: Movie
The life story of Richard Pryor (1940-2005), the legendary performer and iconic social satirist who transcended racial and social barriers with his honest, irreverent and biting humor.
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Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic
Title: Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic
Character: Self
Released: April 23, 2013
Type: Movie
Mike Epps, Richard Pryor Jr. and others recount the culture-defining influence of Richard Pryor - one of America's most brilliant, iconic comic minds.
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Boogie Man: The Lee Atwater Story
Title: Boogie Man: The Lee Atwater Story
Released: September 26, 2008
Type: Movie
Boogie Man is a comprehensive look at political strategist, racist, and former Republican National Convention Committee chairman, Lee Atwater, who reinvigorated the Republican Party’s Southern Strategy to increase political support among white voters in the South by appealing to racism against African Americans. He mentored Karl Rove and George W. Bush and played a key role in the elections of Reagan and George H.W. Bush.
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The Last Angel of History
Title: The Last Angel of History
Character: Himself
Released: September 11, 1996
Type: Movie
An examination of the hitherto unexplored relationships between Pan-African culture, science fiction, intergalactic travel, and rapidly progressing computer technology.
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James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket
Title: James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket
Character: Self
Released: August 14, 1989
Type: Movie
James Baldwin was at once a major 20th century American author, a Civil Rights activist and, for two crucial decades, a prophetic voice calling Americans, black and white, to confront their shared racial tragedy.
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Personal Problems
Title: Personal Problems
Character: Manager of Doggie Diner
Released: August 10, 1980
Type: Movie
An “experimental soap opera” centered on a Harlem nurse, her husband, her father-in-law, and her lover.