The Polymath, or The Life and Opinions of Samuel R. Delany, Gentleman
6.0
2 votes
2007
1h 15m
Documentary
Overview
A portrait of Samuel R. Delany, an award-winning African-American gay author whose credits include everything from science fiction to several issues of the Wonder Woman comic book. Using a range of experimental techniques and borrowed footage from Delany's home movies, Taylor captures his subject's thoughts on racism, violence, and his struggles with sexual identity.
Directed by Fred Barney Taylor
Top cast
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Released
Release date
April 26, 2007
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