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08/06/2024 Documentary 1h 33m
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Overview

In the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision to abolish affirmative action, this film thoughtfully looks back at the largest class of Black students at Yale in the 1990s, the dining table that bonded them, and how their story informs our future.

  1. John Antonio James

    Writer, Director

  2. Bill Mack

    Director

Top billed cast

  1. Imani Perry

    Self

  2. Wesley Morris

    Self

  3. Sheldon Gilbert

    Self

  4. Aimee Allen

    Self

  5. Patricia J. Williams

    Self

  6. Beverly Daniel Tatum

    Self

  7. Neal Katyal

    Self

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Reviews

A review by Brent Marchant
Written by Brent Marchant on 2024-11-21
Those in the minority – no matter what the defining trait associated with that might be – often find comfort, support and camaraderie in the company of kindred spirits when surrounded by others who don’t share this commonality. For African-American students at Yale University in the 1990s, this could be found at “the Black Table,” a gathering spot for those similarly situated within Commons, the university’s legendary cavernous dining hall, a venue resembling a setting out of the “Harry Potter” movies. The Black Table served as an oasis for students of color in the midst of a p...read the rest
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Status
Released

Original Language
English

Budget
$0.00

Revenue
$0.00

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