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The Black Candle(2009)
Status: Released
Date: 2009-01-04
58%
2 Votes
Time: 1h 11m
Overview:
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.
Languages: English, French.
Countries:
United States of America
ProductionCompanies:
Asante Filmworx
Movie: The Black Candle
Top 10 Billed Cast
Maya Angelou
Self - Narrator
Jim Brown
Self
Chuck D
Self
Lovensky Jean-Baptiste
Self
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