Tongues Untied
Black Men Loving Black Men
Marlon Riggs, with assistance from other gay Black men, especially poet Essex Hemphill, celebrates Black men loving Black men as a revolutionary act. The film intercuts footage of Hemphill reciting his poetry, Riggs telling the story of his growing up, scenes of men in social intercourse and dance, and various comic riffs, including a visit to the "Institute of Snap!thology," where men take lessons in how to snap their fingers: the sling snap, the point snap, the diva snap.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Tongues Untied
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 1990-03-16
- Runtime: 55 minutes
- Rating: 6.6/10 (60 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Signifyin' Works
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.8769
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Marlon Riggs
as Self
Essex Hemphill
as Self - Poetry Performance
Brian Freeman
as Self
Michael Bell
as Self
Willi Ninja
as Self
Kerrigan Black
as Self
Blackberri
as Self
Djola Bernard Branner
as Self
Eddie Murphy
as Self (archive footage)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tongues Untied?▼
Tongues Untied is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1990-03-16.
Who are the main actors in Tongues Untied?▼
The main cast includes Marlon Riggs, Essex Hemphill, Brian Freeman, Michael Bell, Willi Ninja, .
Where can I watch Tongues Untied online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Tongues Untied is available.
Is Tongues Untied based on a true story?▼
Black Men Loving Black Men
What is the IMDb rating of Tongues Untied?▼
Tongues Untied has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 60 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Tongues Untied?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Tongues Untied?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Signifyin' Works. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Tongues Untied filmed?▼
Tongues Untied was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Tongues Untied?▼
The total runtime of Tongues Untied is 55 minutes.
Is Tongues Untied suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Tongues Untied?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Tongues Untied.
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