~ The Award-Winning Biography ~
Best-Selling Author & Civil Rights Activist
James Arthur Baldwin
1924-1987
A Karen Thorsen Film
in association with
Maysles Films & PBS/American Masters

“Succeeds remarkably in getting into the mind and spirit of the most celebrated Black writer of our time.
Stays with you after the program ends.”
~ New York Times
“A brilliant film. … Magnificently evokes Baldwin’s spirit.”
~ Henry Louis Gates, Jr., Harvard University.
“Not to be missed! … A poignant, unforgettable commentary.”
~ Arnold Rampersad, Dean, Stanford University.
“A haunting, beautifully made biography.”
~ Los Angeles Times.
“A splendid film … Keen and careful … Beautifully structured.”
~ Variety
“Engrossing. Will make you want to race to the library.”
~ Philadelphia Inquirer
“A video page-turner.”
~ San Francisco Chronicle
“A gorgeous, profoundly moving documentary.”
~ Ashley Clark, Film Comment ~ See Review ~
“Karen Thorsen has created one of the finest portraits of a creative artist ever made.
An emotional portrait, a social critique and a passionate and eloquent plea for human equality.”
~ Mitchell Block, Sundance Film Festival ~ See Review ~