| Luther J. Pollard: Ebony Film Corp. Contributor(s): Collier, Kevin Scott (Author) |
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ISBN: 197621873X ISBN-13: 9781976218736 Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform OUR PRICE: $8.50 Product Type: Paperback Published: September 2017 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Performing Arts | Film - History & Criticism |
| Physical Information: 0.14" H x 7.99" W x 10" (0.33 lbs) 66 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Luther J. Pollard: Ebony Film Corp. tells the tale of the first motion picture company presenting an entirely black cast of actors in their films. Ebony, which produced a string of comedy shorts from 1917 to 1918, was both praised and condemned. This book takes a look at young Chicago entrepreneur Luther Jay Pollard, company's African-American president and general manager, and how he founded Ebony Film Corp., a company hijacked by racist, white investors bent on exploitation. Ebony's humiliating comedies caused a national outcry from both black and white audiences. Included is a complete film directory, historic articles, photos and advertisements. |