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Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities

Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities

A haven for Black intellectuals, artists and revolutionaries—and path of promise toward the American dream—Black colleges and universities have educated the architects of freedom movements and cultivated leaders in every field. They have been unapologetically Black for 150 years. For the first time ever, their story is told.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2017-01-23
  • Runtime: 85 minutes
  • Rating: 8.1/10 (7 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: ITVS, Independent Lens, Corporation for Public Broadcasting, JustFilms / Ford Foundation
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.8378
  • Languages: English

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collegeuniversityblack historyacademia

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities?ā–¼

Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2017-01-23.

Who are the main actors in Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities?ā–¼

The main cast includes .

Where can I watch Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities online?ā–¼

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities is available.

Is Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities based on a true story?ā–¼

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities?ā–¼

Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities has an IMDb rating of 8.1/10 based on 7 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities?ā–¼

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities?ā–¼

The soundtrack was composed by ITVS, Independent Lens, Corporation for Public Broadcasting, JustFilms / Ford Foundation. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities filmed?ā–¼

Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities?ā–¼

The total runtime of Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities is 85 minutes.

Is Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities suitable for kids?ā–¼

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities?ā–¼

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities.

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