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Black Natchez

A cinema verite account of the attempt to organize a black community in the Deep South in 1965 during the heyday of the Civil Rights Movement. A black leader has been car-bombed and a struggle ensues in the black community for control. A group of black men organize a chapter of the Deacons for Defense--a secret armed self-defense group. The community splits between more conservative and activist elements.

Top Cast

  • George Metcalfe

    George Metcalfe

    Self

  • Wharlest Jackson

    Wharlest Jackson

    Self

  • James Jackson

    James Jackson

    Self

  • Charles Evers

    Charles Evers

    Self

Overview

A cinema verite account of the attempt to organize a black community in the Deep South in 1965 during the heyday of the Civil Rights Movement. A black leader has been car-bombed and a struggle ensues in the black community for control. A group of black men organize a chapter of the Deacons for Defense--a secret armed self-defense group. The community splits between more conservative and activist elements.

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