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The Black Candle
First aired on Jan 4, 2009
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Genres: Documentary

The origins of Kwanzaa and the seven principles upon which the pan-African holiday derives its meaning are explored in this fascinating documentary. Narrated by Maya Angelou.

Featured Cast: click image to view more
Maya Angelou | Self - Narrator
Molefi Kete Asante | Self
Jim Brown | Self
Chuck D | Self
Lovensky Jean-Baptiste | Self
Maulana Karenga | Self
Featured Crew
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M.K. Asante | Director
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M.K. Asante | Writer
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Maya Angelou | Poem
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Nnenna Freelon | Music
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Derrick Hodge | Music
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Ted Griffis | Editor