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A Lesson in History

A Lesson in History

An allegorical story seen through the lens of a black school girl and her search for a history she can identify with.

Lesson in History was produced when Peters was a student at the West Surrey School of Art and Design. Having read The People Could Fly by Virginia Hamilton, she was inspired to make what she describes as 'the stories of black achievement and how stories had not been told.' The animated film was subsequently screened on the BBC as part of the series 10X10. It was shot on 16mm using cutouts, photography and masks.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: A Lesson in History
  • Genres: Animation, History
  • Release Date: 1989-01-01
  • Runtime: 10 minutes
  • Rating: 0/10 (0 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: BBC 2, West Surrey College of Art & Design
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.0311
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Maybelle Peters

Maybelle Peters

as Narrator

Gerry White

Gerry White

as Narrator

Trailers & Clips

A Lesson in History (excerpt)

External Links

Keywords

revolutionslaveryafrican history

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Lesson in History?

A Lesson in History is a Animation, History movie directed by . It was released on 1989-01-01.

Who are the main actors in A Lesson in History?

The main cast includes Maybelle Peters, Gerry White, .

Where can I watch A Lesson in History online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if A Lesson in History is available.

Is A Lesson in History based on a true story?

An allegorical story seen through the lens of a black school girl and her search for a history she can identify with.

What is the IMDb rating of A Lesson in History?

A Lesson in History has an IMDb rating of 0/10 based on 0 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of A Lesson in History?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for A Lesson in History?

The soundtrack was composed by BBC 2, West Surrey College of Art & Design. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was A Lesson in History filmed?

A Lesson in History was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is A Lesson in History?

The total runtime of A Lesson in History is 10 minutes.

Is A Lesson in History suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to A Lesson in History?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to A Lesson in History.

Does A Lesson in History have a post-credit scene?

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