Overview
Tells the story of Sadie and Bessie Delany, two African-American (they preferred "colored") sisters who both lived past the age of 100. They grew up on a North Carolina college campus, the daughters of the first African-American Episcopal bishop, who was born a slave, and a woman with an inter-racial background. With the support of each other and their family, they survived encounters with racism and sexism in their own different ways. Sadie quietly and sweetly broke barriers to become the first African-American home-ec teacher in New York City, while Bessie, with her own brand of outspokenness, became the second African-American dentist in New York City. At the ages of 103 and 101, they told their story to Amy Hill Hearth, a white New York Times reporter who published an article about them. The overwhelming response launched a bestselling book, a Broadway play, and this film.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years?
Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years was directed by Lynne Littman.
Where was Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years produced?
It was produced by companies including Columbia TriStar Television, Dreyfuss / James Productions, CBS in United States of America.
Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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