How to Eat Your Watermelon in White Company (and Enjoy It)

How to Eat Your Watermelon in White Company (and Enjoy It)

2005
1h 25m
7.0

7.0/10

4 votes • View on IMDb
Documentary
Overview

Melvin Van Peebles was one of the first black directors to challenge the white establishment in his films, which include "Watermelon Man" and "Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song." In this documentary, the life of Van Peebles is discussed, including his work not only in film, but also as a novelist, actor, musician, stock trader and even Air Force pilot. Interview subjects include Gil Scott-Heron, Spike Lee and Melvin's son and fellow filmmaker, Mario Van Peebles.

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Language: EN

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Production Information

Production Companies
Roseland Films
Production Countries
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English French

Quick Facts

Release Date April 7, 2005
Status Released
Language EN
IMDb ID tt0452632

Cast

Marva Allen
Marva Allen

Emanuel Azenberg
Emanuel Azenberg

Spike Lee
Spike Lee

Melvin Van Peebles
Melvin Van Peebles

Gil Scott-Heron
Gil Scott-Heron

Elvis Mitchell
Elvis Mitchell

Gordon Parks
Gordon Parks

Mario Van Peebles
Mario Van Peebles

Herschel Dwellingham
Herschel Dwellingham

Key Crew

Joe Angio
Director

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