Becoming Frederick Douglass
In Becoming Frederick Douglass, the story of a famous American is brought to life by acclaimed director Stanley Nelson and co-director Nicole London. Using Douglass's own powerful speeches and writings, the story shows how he went from being born and raised as a slave to becoming one of the most influential elder statesmen in American history and an inspiring voice for freedom. With the help of historians, scholars, and Douglass's descendants, the filmmakers tell the story of Douglass's rough and traumatic childhood. They also show his strong character, his refusal to be bound by slavery, and the things that shaped his lifelong quest for freedom. Douglass was the most famous Black person of his time, and his legacy and accomplishments are still talked about today. His life and work still give activists, teachers, and ordinary people ideas about how to fight for freedom, equality, and a more fair society in the United States.