Dancing in the Light: The Janet Collins Story
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Dancing in the Light: The Janet Collins Story

DirectorSaxton Moore

2015
17 min

In an era of ignorance, being a gifted performer doesn't shield you from the spekter of racism. A passionate and dedicated black dancer in 1930s America is asked to dance by the prestigious Ballet Russe, but they want her to paint her skin white.

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