Four Women (1975)
Overview
An imaginatively choreographed dance interpretation of the ballad by Nina Simone explores four common stereotypes of Black women.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.169 |
Directed By
Julie Dash
TOP CAST
Linda Martina Young
Aunt Sarah / Saffronia / Sweet Thing / Peaches
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