Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty
movie
Released June 24, 2003
Genres:
Overview
Actor Obba Babatundé hosts this biopic showcasing the life of acclaimed African-American singer and actress Dorothy Dandridge, who overcame racism and personal tragedy to become one of the most acclaimed performers of Hollywood's golden age. The film combines rare historical footage of Dandridge, on and off the stage, and interviews with stars such as Laurence Fishburne, Jasmine Guy and Halle Berry discussing her powerful legacy.
Cast
Dorothy Dandridge
as
Self (archive footage)
Obba Babatundé
as
Host
Laurence Fishburne
as
Self
Jasmine Guy
as
Self
Rolonda Watts
as
Self
Brock Peters
as
Self
Fayard Nicholas
as
Self
Carmen De Lavallade
as
Self
- no image
Joe Adams
as
Self
- no image
Alan L. Gansberg
as
Self
Halle Berry
as
Self (archive footage)
Olga James
as
Cindy Lou (archive footage)