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"Negroes To Hire" tells the intriguing story of life on slaveholding antebellum farms in Missouri. The WPA Slave Narratives provide compelling first-hand accounts of the day-to-day existence of those held in bondage. Along with insightful commentary by noted historians, authors and educators, this unique documentary sheds new light on a controversial and troubling subject. Not just history, but a shared heritage between African-Americans and European-Americans. A better understanding of this relationship allows us to see our shared humanity, and not fear our differences.
The filmmaker is the descendant of Missouri slavemasters and the primary educator in this film is a descendant of Missouri slaves. They worked together to bring a balanced view of slavery. They believe this film breaks though myths and will generates open discussions of the subject. They have screened it for many groups and the post-film discussions appear to heal old wounds.
The filmmaker is the descendant of Missouri slavemasters and the primary educator in this film is a descendant of Missouri slaves. They worked together to bring a balanced view of slavery. They believe this film breaks though myths and will generates open discussions of the subject. They have screened it for many groups and the post-film discussions appear to heal old wounds.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By hod
This film takes a look at a part of history which hasn't been often examined; slavery outside the deep south. It approaches the subject objectively ia compelling fashion. It is both informative and entertaining.
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By R. A. Black
This film is very interesting, as well as entertaining. I truly enjoyed learning more about the slave life and culture surrounding it. Great educational piece for schools and community organizations as well. Well done!
By Janice Colt
Fascinating slice of history showing how slavery in Missouri differed from the South. The subject is explored through narratives collected by the Federal Writers Project, interviews with experts in the field, and the riveting story of one slave woman whose attempt to escape her situation proved fatal.
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Often overlooked views about slavery from both sides of the "peculiar...
This documentary is a good tool for teaching those of us, that might not know our national or midwestern history, about what it was like living in a time that was turbulent to say... Read more
Published on August 4, 2010 by Dave
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Negroes for Hire
For someone who grew up in Missouri I didn't know much of the history of slavery in this state. This film was very enlightening and I found it extremely interesting. Read more
Published on August 3, 2010 by Amy Jenkins
