The Black Candle (2009)

5.8/10 71 min Documentary

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.

Cast

Maya Angelou

Self - Narrator

Jim Brown

Self

Chuck D

Self

Lovensky Jean-Baptiste

Self

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