Horror Noire: A History of Black Horror

Horror Noire: A History of Black Horror is an untold history of black Americans in Hollywood through their connection to the horror genre, delving into a century of films that utilized, caricatured, exploited, sidelined, and finally embraced them. The documentary features interviews with African-American actors, writers, and directors who have made innovative contributions to the film canon, exploring the evolution of the genre from the 1890s to present. From racist depictions in early films like The Birth of a Nation to the blaxploitation genre of the 1970s and increased positive representation in modern horror films, Horror Noire examines the complex history of black involvement in American horror cinema.