Becoming Black
In the 1960s, a white couple living in East Germany tells their dark-skinned child that her skin color is merely a coincidence. As a teenager, she accidentally discovers the truth. Years before, a group of African men came to study in a village nearby. Sigrid, an East German woman, fell in love with Lucien from Togo and became pregnant. But she was already married to Armin. The child is Togolese-East German filmmaker Ines Johnson-Spain. In interviews with Armin and others from her childhood years, she tracks the astonishing strategies of denial her parents, striving for normality, developed following her birth. What sounds like fieldwork about social dislocation becomes an autobiographical essay film and a reflection on themes such as identity, social norms and family ties, viewed from a very personal perspective.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Becoming Black
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 2019-10-09
- Runtime: 91 minutes
- Rating: 6/10 (2 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: ZDF, Kobalt Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.1116
- Languages: German, French
Cast & Crew
Ines Johnson-Spain
as Self
Armin Gundermann
as Self
Madeleine Papangou Johnson
as Self
Germaine Papangou Johnson
as Self
Geneviève Papangou Johnson
as Self
Irène Papangou Johnson
as Self
Christel Anders
as Self
Werner Anders
as Self
Rosi Judisch
as Self
Christophe Kuessi Johnson
as Self
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Becoming Black?▼
Becoming Black is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2019-10-09.
Who are the main actors in Becoming Black?▼
The main cast includes Ines Johnson-Spain, Armin Gundermann, Madeleine Papangou Johnson, Germaine Papangou Johnson, Geneviève Papangou Johnson, .
Where can I watch Becoming Black online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Becoming Black is available.
Is Becoming Black based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of Becoming Black?▼
Becoming Black has an IMDb rating of 6/10 based on 2 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Becoming Black?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Becoming Black?▼
The soundtrack was composed by ZDF, Kobalt Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Becoming Black filmed?▼
Becoming Black was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Becoming Black?▼
The total runtime of Becoming Black is 91 minutes.
Is Becoming Black suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Becoming Black?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Becoming Black.
Does Becoming Black have a post-credit scene?▼
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