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    Reclaiming History: Our Native Daughters

    44'

    2021-02-22

    N/A

    Witness the recording of an album that gives a voice to the centuries-long struggles of Black women.

    Documentary,Music

    Overview:

    In January 2018, Rhiannon Giddens, Amythyst Kiah, Leyla McCalla, and Allison Russell collaborated on a groundbreaking and deeply personal album for Smithsonian Folkways called "Songs of Our Native Daughters." The result was a powerful, modern take on Black women's history and America's shared, but often hidden, musical roots. From a secluded Louisiana bayou recording studio to electrifying concerts around the country, witness four incredible musicians on an extraordinary creative journey.

    DirectingLynne RobinsonWritingSundi Lofty

    Cast

    1

    Self

    Rhiannon Giddens

    1

    Self

    Amythyst Kiah

    1

    Self

    Leyla McCalla

    1

    Self

    Allison Russell

    1

    Narrator

    Latoya Ransom

    Details:

    • Budget: 0
    • Home page
    • Revenue: 0
    • List of countries:
      1. United States of America
    • List of languages:
      1. English
    • List of companies:
      1. Smithsonian Channel
      2. Black Robin Media
    • Vote Count: 0
    • Popularity: 0.5769
    • Status: Released
    • Original title:Reclaiming History: Our Native Daughters

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