American Masters: Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise

2017 • 113 minuter

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Distinctly referred to as “a redwood tree, with deep roots in American culture,” icon Maya Angelou gave people the freedom to think about their history in a way they never had before. Dr. Angelou’s was a prolific life; as a singer, dancer, activist, poet, and writer she inspired generations with lyrical modern African-American thought that pushed boundaries. This unprecedented film celebrates 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 moments. From her upbringing in the Depression-era South to her work with Malcolm X in Ghana to her inaugural speech for President Bill Clinton, the film takes us on an incredible journey through the life of a true American icon. The film also features a remarkable series of interviews with friends and family including President Bill Clinton, Oprah Winfrey, Common, Alfre Woodard, Cicely Tyson, Quincy Jones, Secretary Hillary Clinton, John Singleton, and Dr. Angelou’s son, Guy Johnson.

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Dr Maya Angelou spoke truth in a voice I miss to this day. If Fred Rogers was my pretend father, Dr Maya was mama. For her to share her many indignities with such honesty is so hard to hear, but I'm grateful she did. She continues to teach from the spirit world. If only we'd listen.

I'm n tears i love it speak to me lord somebody's trying to tell me something amen

My absolute favorite person!!!!