The New Black

Directed by Yoruba Richen

Documents the African-American community's journey through the gay rights movement, intertwining civil rights struggles.
The New Black is an excellent documentary about the fight over marriage equality in Maryland and the complicated relationship between Black churches, civil rights and gay activism. Yoruba Richen brings nuance to a debate often reduced to slogans, making the film thoughtful, balanced and politically revealing.

The New Black

Directed by Yoruba Richen

Documents the African-American community's journey through the gay rights movement, intertwining civil rights struggles.

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The New Black is an excellent documentary about the fight over marriage equality in Maryland and the complicated relationship between Black churches, civil rights and gay activism. Yoruba Richen brings nuance to a debate often reduced to slogans, making the film thoughtful, balanced and politically revealing.