How to Eat Your Watermelon in White Company (and Enjoy It)

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How to Eat Your Watermelon in White Company (and Enjoy It)

Melvin Van Peebles was one of the first black directors to challenge the white establishment in his films, which include "Watermelon Man" and "Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song." In this documentary, the life of Van Peebles is discussed, including his work not only in film, but also as a novelist, actor, musician, stock trader and even Air Force pilot. Interview subjects include Gil Scott-Heron, Spike Lee and Melvin's son and fellow filmmaker, Mario Van Peebles.

Release Date

2005-04-07

Year

2005

Duration

1h 25m

Status

Released

Score

7.00

Production

Cast

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Marva Allen

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Emanuel Azenberg

Spike Lee

Spike Lee

Melvin Van Peebles

Melvin Van Peebles

Gil Scott-Heron

Gil Scott-Heron

Elvis Mitchell

Elvis Mitchell

Gordon Parks

Gordon Parks

Mario Van Peebles

Mario Van Peebles

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Herschel Dwellingham