The Black King(1932)
A Riot of Fun
A confident and unscrupulous minister begins a 'back to Africa' movement, proclaiming himself Emperor of the United States of Africa.
Movie: The Black King
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Deacon Charcoal Johnson
Carmichael, Attorney
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