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My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage (2006)

"My Nappy Roots" explores the politics, culture and history of African American hair. Is there such a thing as "Good and Bad" hair? How has the Eurocentric ideal of beauty influenced black hair through modern history? "My Nappy Roots" will vibrantly depict some of the complex social, political and cultural influences that have dominated the dialogue surrounding African and African American hairstyles from styling patterns and cultural trends to the business of black hair care products, services and advertising. The film will use the evolution of black hairstyles as a touchstone to address the broader struggle of African American people in their search for social control, identity and economic independence.

Cast

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Kim Fields in My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage

Kim Fields

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Vivica A. Fox in My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage

Vivica A. Fox

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Ed Gardner in My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage

Ed Gardner

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Gary Gardner

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Lalah Hathaway

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Ella Joyce in My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage

Ella Joyce

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Ananda Lewis in My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage

Ananda Lewis

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Tre Major

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Elise Neal in My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage

Elise Neal

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Jeff Redd

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Malcolm-Jamal Warner in My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage

Malcolm-Jamal Warner

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FAQ

When was My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage released?

My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage was released on April 3, 2006.

How long is My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage?

My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage runs for 1h 18m.

What is the rating for My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage?

My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage has an average rating of 9.0/10 on Streambay.

What genre is My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage?

My Nappy Roots: A Journey Through Black Hair-itage is classified as Documentary and History.

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