Lessons of the Hour
Isaac Julien's visionary film Lessons of the Hour explores the incomparable achievements of Frederick Douglass, America’s foremost abolitionist figure. After escaping slavery in Maryland, Douglass gained prominence on the abolitionist circuit as an extraordinary orator, becoming the most photographed American of the 19th century. Julien’s project is informed by some of Douglass’s most important speeches, such as Lessons of the Hour, What to the Slave Is the 4th of July?, and Lecture on Pictures, the latter being a text that connects picture-making and photography to his vision of how technology influences human relations. Julien's work gives expression to the zeitgeist of Douglass’s era, his legacy, and the ways in which his story may be viewed through a contemporary lens. The presentation also includes photographs and tintypes produced in conjunction with the film.
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- Language
- English
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United KingdomGB
- Premiere8 Mar 2019
Frequently asked questions
- When was Lessons of the Hour released?
- Lessons of the Hour was released on 8 March 2019.
- Where can I watch Lessons of the Hour online?
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- Is there a Hindi trailer for Lessons of the Hour?
- No verified Hindi trailer for Lessons of the Hour is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
- What is the rating of Lessons of the Hour?
- Lessons of the Hour holds a 8.0/10 audience score from 1 votes.
- Who directed Lessons of the Hour?
- Lessons of the Hour (2019) was directed by Isaac Julien.
- How long is Lessons of the Hour?
- Lessons of the Hour runs for 29m.
