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| Country: | USA |
| Length: | 86 min |
Description:
New Orleans has long been a place where cultures blend, but nowhere is this more evident than in the lives of its mixed-race residents. This documentary offers the first true look at a community of Americans who proudly call themselves Creole – a group uniquely positioned between cultures and ethnicities. Through personal stories, the film explores how the legacy of the Plessy v. Ferguson decision in 1896 shaped their experiences. It reveals how, for Creoles of color, the pursuit of the American dream often meant sacrificing their heritage to fit into a white-dominated society, leading to ongoing struggles with prejudice and rejection. This is their story of resilience and identity.
| Alternative title: | Too White To Be Black, Too Black To Be White: The New Orleans Creole |
| Release year: | 2006 |
| Language: | English |
| Type: | Movie |
