The Green Book: Guide to Freedom tells the story of ‘The Negro Motorist Green Book’ – a travel guide published by Victor H. Green that helped African Americans navigate safe passage across America during the era of segregation. Written and Directed by acclaimed documentary filmmaker Yoruba Richen, the film looks at the day-to-day realities that African Americans faced on the road prior to the passing of the Civil Rights Act. Detailing the struggles and indignities, but also the opportunities and triumphs hard won through adversity.
Broadcaster: | Smithsonian Channel |
Genre: | Specialist Factual Documentary |
Format: | HD 1 x 1 hrs |
Production Year: | 2018 |
Release Date: | February 2019 |
Executive Producer: | Steve Maher, Jonathan Drake |
Directed/ Written by: | Yoruba Richen |
Produced by: | Adam Luria |
Narrated by: | Yoruba Richen |
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