Asked by DIEUMERCI MUKENDI on Jul 03, 2024
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George and Noble Johnson and Oscar Micheaux were black pioneers in which genre?
A) motion pictures
B) jazz
C) poetry
D) sculpture
Oscar Micheaux
A pioneering African American filmmaker and author, known for his work in the silent and early sound film eras, highlighting the complexities of race and social issues.
Motion Pictures
Films or movies; a sequence of images projected onto a screen, creating the illusion of movement.
- Assess the depiction of African Americans in early 20th-century cinema and literary works.
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BreNae WilliamsJul 05, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
George and Noble Johnson and Oscar Micheaux were pioneers in the motion picture industry, specifically known for their contributions to early black cinema. They produced, directed, and distributed films that featured African American casts and addressed issues relevant to the black community during a time when African Americans were largely misrepresented or ignored in mainstream Hollywood cinema.
Learning Objectives
- Assess the depiction of African Americans in early 20th-century cinema and literary works.
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