A mix of samples from Soviet films presenting the 'blackface' trope in Soviet cinema (1951-83).

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"Black Man In A Red Suit" is a web-series that explores the Soviet anti-racism and Black people's representation in Soviet culture. Through rare films, posters, and archives, this project seeks to show socialism's ability to go beyond identity politics and offer a universal solidarity platform.

Created by Anatoli Ulyanov and Natasha Masharova of looo.ch/vvhy.tv
Contact: [email protected]