Citizen Ashe

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Series/Themes: Black Excellence

Genre: Documentaries

Film Year: 2021

Locations: USA

Film Length: 95 min.

Languages: English

Director: Rex Miller, Sam Pollard

Featuring: Johnnie Ashe, Stephanie Cookie Carson, Donald Dell.

Citizen Ashe follows legendary African American tennis player, activist, and Virginia native Arthur Ashe as he dominates in a predominantly white sport and creates a trail of activism for racial justice. Narrated by Ashe himself, the film not only gives a glimpse into Ashe’s life but also offers a sociological look into the sport of tennis and the racial trauma surrounding it. Discussion with President and CEO of United Way of Greater Charlottesville, Ravi Respeto, and Marketing Director of United Way of Greater Charlottesville, Price Thomas 

Presented by United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Saturday, October 30
6:00 PM
Violet Crown 5
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Citizen Ashe follows legendary African American tennis player, activist, and Virginia native Arthur Ashe as he dominates in a predominantly white sport and creates a trail of activism for racial justice. Narrated by Ashe himself, the film not only gives a glimpse into Ashe’s life but also offers a sociological look into the sport of tennis and the racial trauma surrounding it. Discussion with President and CEO of United Way of Greater Charlottesville, Ravi Respeto, and Marketing Director of United Way of Greater Charlottesville, Price Thomas 

Presented by United Way of Greater Charlottesville

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