The Black Candle (2009)

The origins of Kwanzaa and the seven principles upon which the pan-African holiday derives its meaning are explored in this fascinating documentary. Narrated by Maya Angelou.

Cast (10)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

Maya Angelou

Self - Narrator

M

Molefi Kete Asante

Self

Jim Brown

Self

Chuck D

Self

Lovensky Jean-Baptiste

Self

M

Maulana Karenga

Self

H

Haki R. Madhubuti

Self

T

Theodore Perkins

Self

D

Dead Prez

Self

S

Synthia Saint James

Self

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