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How to Eat Your Watermelon in White Company (and Enjoy It)

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How to Eat Your Watermelon in White Company (and Enjoy It)

7.0

1h 25m

2005

Synopsis

Melvin Van Peebles was one of the first black directors to challenge the white establishment in his films, which include "Watermelon Man" and "Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song." In this documentary, the life of Van Peebles is discussed, including his work not only in film, but also as a novelist, actor, musician, stock trader and even Air Force pilot. Interview subjects include Gil Scott-Heron, Spike Lee and Melvin's son and fellow filmmaker, Mario Van Peebles.

Director

Joe Angio

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Marva Allen

Emanuel Azenberg

Spike Lee

Spike Lee

Melvin Van Peebles

Melvin Van Peebles

Gil Scott-Heron

Gil Scott-Heron

Elvis Mitchell

Elvis Mitchell

Gordon Parks

Gordon Parks

Mario Van Peebles

Mario Van Peebles

Herschel Dwellingham

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