Once Upon a Time in Harlem

This documentary time capsule is a glorious love letter to African-American cultural movement the Harlem Renaissance, filmed by legendary filmmaker William Greaves in 1972 and completed 50 years later by his son David.

Once Upon a Time in Harlem offers audiences a unique chance to hang out with a lively gathering of artists, musicians and academics at Duke Ellington’s townhouse. An essential work that is a distinctive and poetic snapshot of a moment in time and the sharing of knowledge and creativity.

“A Harlem Renaissance Party to End All Parties” — Reggie Ugwu, The New York Times

Content Guidance: Contains racist attitudes and language.