Film Review: The Black Candle

Kwanzaa is an internationally celebrated pan African holiday that lasts seven days with a different principle on each day. These principles are called the nguzo Saba. Kwanzaa is a holiday which allows the Black culture to be embraced and glorified, and educated.
The Black is a documentary that does well in capturing this embracement. The Black Candle offers a history of how Kwanzaa began under Dr Karenga, and how the Black community embraces this celebration. The film features interviews from Dr Karenga himself and several other activist, poetry by MK Asante and the legendary Maya Angelou, and also great music that really allows for the emotion of the film to be carried along with the inspirational provoking words of the speakers. The Black Candle is truly a well produced documentary that should leave every viewr feeling inspired and proud.