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Looking for Langston

A visually stunning tribute to the lavish lifestyle of gay men in 1920s Harlem, blending historical footage and images with a poignant funeral setting.

A fantasy-like film set in the Harlem Renaissance, blending archival footage and photographs with a story. The movie depicts a wake, where elegantly dressed men mourn and socialize. One man has a dream where he meets Beauty, who initially rejects him, but later is found sleeping beside him. The story is framed by voices reading poetry and essays, subtly exploring the freedom of gay Black men in 1920s Harlem.

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Studio(s): BFI, Sankofa Film & Video

Originally Released: United States, Oct 31, 1989

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Biography, Drama