Documentary revolving around the question of whether the N-word is taboo or has been rendered meaningless by overuse?
The N Word (2004)
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Average Rating:10.0/10
Runtime: 90 mins
Genre: Television
Synopsis: A documentary look at the cultural significance of the weighty, historically volatile "n word," this program features interviews with a variety of cultural figures, including Chuck D, Wynton... A documentary look at the cultural significance of the weighty, historically volatile "n word," this program features interviews with a variety of cultural figures, including Chuck D, Wynton Marsalis, Dr. Todd Boyd, Samuel Jackson, Bryant Gumbel, Whoopi Goldberg, Talib Kweli, and many others. An enlightening and in-depth look at a crucial topic, the film examines the history of the word and its uses, which range from a term of endearment to an abhorrent insult, as well as the personal experiences of many people. [More]
Starring: Chuck D, Damon Dash, Whoopi Goldberg, Bryant Gumbel
Starring: Chuck D, Damon Dash, Whoopi Goldberg, Bryant Gumbel, Quincy Jones, Regina King, Wynton Marsalis, LeVar Burton, George Carlin, Russell Simmons
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