Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty

Plot

Actor Obba Babatundé hosts this biopic showcasing the life of acclaimed African-American singer and actress Dorothy Dandridge, who overcame racism and personal tragedy to become one of the most acclaimed performers of Hollywood's golden age. The film combines rare historical footage of Dandridge, on and off the stage, and interviews with stars such as Laurence Fishburne, Jasmine Guy and Halle Berry discussing her powerful legacy.

Cast

Dorothy Dandridge

Self (archive footage)

Obba Babatundé

Host

Laurence Fishburne

Self

Jasmine Guy

Self

Rolonda Watts

Self

Brock Peters

Self

Fayard Nicholas

Self

Carmen De Lavallade

Self

Joe Adams

Self

Alan L. Gansberg

Self

Halle Berry

Self (archive footage)

Olga James

Cindy Lou (archive footage)