How to Eat Your Watermelon in White Company (and Enjoy It)

Synopsis

Melvin Van Peebles was one of the first black directors to challenge the white establishment in his films, which include "Watermelon Man" and "Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song." In this documentary, the life of Van Peebles is discussed, including his work not only in film, but also as a novelist, actor, musician, stock trader and even Air Force pilot. Interview subjects include Gil Scott-Heron, Spike lee and Melvin's son and fellow filmmaker, Mario Van Peebles.

Main Cast

Marva Allen

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Emanuel Azenberg

Age : N/A | Popularity : 14%

Spike Lee

Age : 67 | Popularity : 100%

Melvin Van Peebles

Age : 92 | Popularity : 16%

Gil Scott-Heron

Age : 62 | Popularity : 20%

Elvis Mitchell

Age : N/A | Popularity : 9%

Gordon Parks

Age : 93 | Popularity : 32%

Mario Van Peebles

Age : N/A | Popularity : 74%

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Directing	Director	Joe Angio
Department	Role	Name

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