On this date in 1936, the movie The Green Pastures premiered in New York City. The film, directed by Marc Connelly, is based on the 1929 play of the same name by Connelly and is a notable example of early Hollywood’s attempts to portray African American life and religious themes. The story is set in Heaven, where key biblical stories are told through the eyes of African American characters. The film is remembered for its unique portrayal of Black culture and its pioneering use of an all-Black cast, which was rare for its time.
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