Black Is Beautiful (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1974, Black Is Beautiful is a drama and family film directed by Julián Soler, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. An affluent Mexican performer is troubled when her son announces his intentions to marry a Black American woman, and her daughter exhibits erratic behavior.
Who’s in it. Black Is Beautiful stars Libertad Lamarque as Eugenia, Fernando Allende as Mario, Jeannie Bell as Joyce and Lucero Reynoso as Elisa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Black Is Beautiful has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Is Beautiful page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Is Beautiful tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Is Beautiful (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Is Beautiful change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black Is Beautiful worth watching?
- Black Is Beautiful holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Black Is Beautiful?
- Black Is Beautiful stars Libertad Lamarque, Fernando Allende, Jeannie Bell, Lucero Reynoso and Pedro Regueiro.
- When was Black Is Beautiful released?
- Black Is Beautiful was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.