Frantz Fanon: Black Skin, White Mask(1996)
Frantz Fanon: Black Skin, White Mask Synopsis
Explores the life and work of the psychoanalytic theorist and activist Frantz Fanon who was born in Martinique, educated in Paris and worked in Algeria. Examines Fanon's theories of identity and race, and traces his involvement in the anti-colonial struggle in Algeria and throughout the world.
Frantz Fanon: Black Skin, White Mask (1996) is a documentary and drama film directed by Isaac Julien, released on October 9, 1996 with a runtime of 1h 10m. It stars Colin Salmon, Frantz Fanon, Mohammed Harbi and Françoise Vergès. Viewers rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 9 ratings.
- Director:
- Isaac Julien
- Writers:
- Mark Nash, Isaac Julien
- Producers:
- Mark Nash
- Cinematographer:
- Conor Connolly
- Composer:
- Gladstone Reid Paul
- Production:
- Illuminations Television, Normal Films, Arts Council of England, BBC, INA
- Status:
- Released
Frantz Fanon: Black Skin, White Mask Cast & Crew
Main cast
Colin Salmon
as Frantz Fanon
Frantz Fanon
as Self (Archive footage)
Mohammed Harbi
as Self
Françoise Vergès
as Herself
Amir M. Korangy
as Male Nurse
Al Nedjari
as Algerian Patient
Joey Attawia
Stuart Hall
as Himself
- Halima Daoud
Halima Daoud
as Woman in the Marquis
- Noirin Ni Dubhgaill
Noirin Ni Dubhgaill
as Fanon's Companion
- Rachida Rahal
Rachida Rahal
as Woman in the Marquis
- Ana Ramalho
Ana Ramalho
as French Woman
Key crew
Directed by Isaac Julien, written by Mark Nash and Isaac Julien, produced by Mark Nash.
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Frantz Fanon: Black Skin, White Mask Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.2/10 from 9 ratings.
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Frantz Fanon: Black Skin, White Mask – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Frantz Fanon: Black Skin, White Mask online?
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Frantz Fanon: Black Skin, White Mask (1996) is available to stream on Film Movement Plus and Film Movement Plus Amazon Channel, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Frantz Fanon: Black Skin, White Mask?
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The main cast of Frantz Fanon: Black Skin, White Mask (1996) includes Colin Salmon, Frantz Fanon, Mohammed Harbi, Françoise Vergès and Amir M. Korangy. The film was directed by Isaac Julien. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Frantz Fanon: Black Skin, White Mask released?
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Frantz Fanon: Black Skin, White Mask was released on October 9, 1996 and runs for 1h 10m.
Is Frantz Fanon: Black Skin, White Mask worth watching?
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Frantz Fanon: Black Skin, White Mask (1996) holds an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 from 9 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.