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Director: Bob Hercules
Cast: Maya Angelou, Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton, Common
A celebration of Dr. Maya Angelou by weaving her words with rare and intimate archival photographs and videos, which paint hidden moments of her exuberant life during some of America’s most defining civil rights moments. From her upbringing in the Depression-era South to her swinging soirees with Malcolm X in Ghana to her inaugural speech for President Bill Clinton, we are given special access to interviews with Dr. Angelou whose indelible charm and quick wit make it easy to love her.
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Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise from 2016 offers a captivating and comprehensive look at the legendary poet's life, with rare archival footage and interviews that provide special access to her exuberant personality and pivotal role in the civil rights movement. Directed by Bob Hercules, the film is a must-see for fans of Maya Angelou's inspiring work and insight.