Detroit Institute of Arts’ ‘Regeneration’ spotlights filmmakers, actors from early Black cinema

The Detroit Institute of Arts’ “Regeneration: Black Cinema 1898-1971" exhibit highlights the trailblazing African American filmmakers and actors from the early days of cinema through the Civil Rights Movement.
The exhibit features almost 200 historical artifacts such as photographs, costumes, props, posters and interactive elements, as well as newsreels, home movies, a selection of fully restored rarely seen films and more.
Host Stephen Henderson speaks with Detroit Institute of Arts Curator and Head of the Center for African American Art Valerie Mercer about the museum's landmark exhibit.
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