Diary of a Harlem Family

In this groundbreaking hybrid of action and documentary, renowned photographer Gordon Parks presents his powerful photo-essay "A Harlem Family" in a film that not only showcases his striking images but also brings them to life through Parks himself and the real-life Fontanelle family he featured in his work. This innovative storytelling approach offers a glimpse into the lives of an ordinary Harlem family, set against the backdrop of Parks' own experiences as a black American artist.