The story focuses on Newark's Baraka family and its involvement in social activism, poetry, music, art and politics.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Lauryn HillSelf | Self |
 Maya AngelouSelf | Self |
 Nina SimoneSelf | Self |
 Allen GinsbergSelf (archive footage) | Self (archive footage) |
 Roxanne ShantéSelf | Self |
 Cory BookerSelf | Self |