Preview: The Black Power Mixtape: 1967-75 (2011)

Synopsis:

A collection of archived interviews and footage for a Scandinavian documentary about the Black Power movement of the '60s and '70s has been cobbled with other period footage to create a documentary about the Black Panthers and black rights in the United States.

• Poster: C+

Review:

Stock footage adapted to poster size doesn't always work very well, but those who recognize the image may be compelled to give the film a look.

• Trailer: B+

Review:

I'm not the biggest fan of documentaries, but this one looks particularly compelling. While it's not going to appeal to many non-film lovers, that group alone should be sufficient for their aims.

Oscar Prospects:

I hadn't thought about this film being a competitor, but seeing this trailer gives me the idea that it could be an easy nominee, though a win may not be in the cards.

Release Date:

• September 9, 2011

Full Review Synopsis:

I have not seen this film.

-Wesley Lovell (September 4, 2011) Original