A documentary exploring the intersection of post-war activism by African Americans seeking better roles in entertainment and the Red scare, McCarthyism, and blacklists, with a focus on the impact of Paul Robeson and the role of HUAC, J. Edgar Hoover, and journalists like Ed Sullivan.
Scandalize My Name: Stories from the Blacklist
The film explores the convergence of the Red Scare and McCarthyism with African American activism in the post-war era, focusing on the struggle for representation in radio, TV, and stage performances, from its roots in Harlem to its enduring impact.
