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The book explores the life and career of Stepin Fetchit, a groundbreaking African American actor known for his controversial roles in early Hollywood. It delves into the complexities of his persona, the impact of racial stereotypes in film, and the challenges he faced in a segregated society. Through a mix of biography and cultural analysis, the narrative examines Fetchit's contributions to the entertainment industry and the legacy of his work, highlighting both the criticism he received and the barriers he broke down for future generations of Black performers.
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Shuffling to Ignominy, Champ Clark
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- Released
- 2005
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- Title
- Shuffling to Ignominy
- Subtitle
- The Tragedy of Stepin Fetchit
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Champ Clark
- Publisher
- iUniverse
- Released
- 2005
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 158
- ISBN13
- 9780595371259
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- The book explores the life and career of Stepin Fetchit, a groundbreaking African American actor known for his controversial roles in early Hollywood. It delves into the complexities of his persona, the impact of racial stereotypes in film, and the challenges he faced in a segregated society. Through a mix of biography and cultural analysis, the narrative examines Fetchit's contributions to the entertainment industry and the legacy of his work, highlighting both the criticism he received and the barriers he broke down for future generations of Black performers.