The Black Candle (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2009, The Black Candle is a documentary film directed by M.K. Asante, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. The origins of Kwanzaa and the seven principles upon which the pan-African holiday derives its meaning are explored in this fascinating documentary. Narrated by Maya Angelou.
Who’s in it. The Black Candle stars Maya Angelou as Herself (Narration), Molefi Kete Asante, Jim Brown and Chuck D as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Black Candle has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Black Candle page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Black Candle (2009)?
- In US, The Black Candle is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Black Candle worth watching?
- The Black Candle holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Black Candle?
- The Black Candle stars Maya Angelou, Molefi Kete Asante, Jim Brown, Chuck D and Lovensky Jean-Baptiste.
- When was The Black Candle released?
- The Black Candle was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.