Body and Soul (1925)

Synopsis: Renowned actor/singer Paul Robeson makes his auspicious film acting debut playing a dual role in this unusual silent film directed by Oscar Micheaux. Robeson portrays both a morally bankrupt preacher who brings suffering to those... Renowned actor/singer Paul Robeson makes his auspicious film acting debut playing a dual role in this unusual silent film directed by Oscar Micheaux. Robeson portrays both a morally bankrupt preacher who brings suffering to those around him, and his kind-hearted brother. When the minister falls in love, he mercilessly torments the object of his affections -- until he decides to mend his evil ways and honestly win her heart. [More]

Starring: Paul Robeson, Mercedes Gilbert, Julia Theresa Russell, Lawrence Chenault

Starring: Paul Robeson, Mercedes Gilbert, Julia Theresa Russell, Lawrence Chenault, Marhsall Rogers, Lillian Johnson, Madame Robinson, Chester A. Alexander, Walter Cornick, Charles Farrell

Director: Oscar Micheaux

Director: Oscar Micheaux
Screenwriter: Oscar Micheaux
Producer: Oscar Micheaux
Composer: Honk, Wail and Moan

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