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First Person Singular: John Hope Franklin

1997 · 90 min Documentary

Charles Kuralt takes an revealing look at the life and career of African-American historian John Hope Franklin in this profile of the Harvard-educated writer whose book From Slavery to Freedom spotlighted the role of blacks in building America. Though facing incredible obstacles, Franklin scaled the stone wall of racism to become a scholar and activist, helping Thurgood Marshall, Dr. Martin Luther King and others change a nation.

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Year 1997
Country United States of America
Genre Documentary
Director Dick Young
Runtime 90 min.

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First Person Singular: John Hope Franklin is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1997. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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