We Won't Bow Down

Enter the secret culture of African American artists, tribesmen, and warriors as they maintain the spirit and traditions of their ancient ancestors in the modern-day New Orleans.

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2014

1h 35m

Documentary

Overview

Explores a secret society of African Americans in inner city New Orleans as they devote their time and skills to create hand-beaded Indian costumes that embody a cultural, spiritual and ancient power that has kept Africa alive in the new world despite slavery and it's legacy.

Directed by Christopher Levoy Bower