Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty
Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty2003
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Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty
1h 0m·Documentary·
Directed by Ruth Adkins Robinson·2003
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8.3/10 avgAverage user ratingActor Obba Babatundé hosts this biopic showcasing the life of acclaimed African-American singer and actress Dorothy Dandridge, who overcame racism and personal tragedy to become one of the most acclaimed performers of Hollywood's golden age. The film combines rare historical footage of Dandridge, on and off the stage, and interviews with stars such as Laurence Fishburne, Jasmine Guy and Halle Berry discussing her powerful legacy.
DirectorRuth Adkins RobinsonStudioPassport Video
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Dorothy DandridgeSelf (archive footage) | Self (archive footage) |
 Obba BabatundéHost | Host |
 Laurence FishburneSelf | Self |
 Jasmine GuySelf | Self |
 Rolonda WattsSelf | Self |
 Brock PetersSelf | Self |
 Fayard NicholasSelf | Self |
 Carmen De LavalladeSelf | Self |
| JJoe AdamsSelf | Self |
| AAlan L. GansbergSelf | Self |
 Halle BerrySelf (archive footage) | Self (archive footage) |
 Olga JamesCindy Lou (archive footage) | Cindy Lou (archive footage) |