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

04/07/2005

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1hr 25min

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Documentary

STORY

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.

CAST & CREW

    Cast

  • Marva Allen
  • Emanuel Azenberg
  • Spike Lee
  • Melvin Van Peebles
  • Gil Scott-Heron

    Director

  • Joe Angio

INFORMATION

    Production Companies

  • Roseland Films

    Production Countries

  • United States of America

LANGUAGES

  • English
  • French

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