Originally produced in 2012. Directorial debut by acclaimed actress S. Epatha Merkerson. Special features: Spirituals, Prayer, Society turnout / foot wash, Magie's girls, Tales of Mike Moten, Music recording studio session. Narrated by Whoopi Goldberg.
Summary:
Examination of a little known aspect of American history, when newly freed slaves throughout the South formed 'benevolent societies' to respond to abject hunger, illness and the fear of a pauper's grave. "The Fair Hope Benevolent Society" in Uniontown, Alabama, provides an unprecedented look at the complex and morally ambiguous juxtaposition of the Society with the worldly pleasures of what has become known as the annual "Foot Wash" celebration.
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