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Tongues Untied

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: 6.7/10 (55 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Signifyin' Works
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.3516
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Marlon Riggs

Marlon Riggs

as Self

Essex Hemphill

Essex Hemphill

as Self - Poetry Performance

Brian Freeman

Brian Freeman

as Self

Michael Bell

Michael Bell

as Self

Willi Ninja

Willi Ninja

as Self

Kerrigan Black

Kerrigan Black

as Self

Blackberri

Blackberri

as Self

Djola Bernard Branner

Djola Bernard Branner

as Self

Eddie Murphy

Eddie Murphy

as Self (archive footage)

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Keywords

lgbtblack lgbtafrican american man

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 6.7/10 based on 55 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.

Does Tongues Untied have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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