Out of Darkness (2016): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2016, Out of Darkness is a documentary film, running about 192 minutes. “Our story finally told.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Out of Darkness is a full length three-part documentary by director Amadeuz Christ (Δ+), examining the untold history of African people, the African cultural contribution to the nations of the world, and the events that have contributed to the condition of African people today. Out of Darkness will explore the Nubian/Kushitic origins of Nile Valley Civilization, contact between Africa and the Americas since the times of antiquity, as well as the influence of the Moors in Europe leading to Europe’s intellectual Renaissance. In addition, the film will analyze the history of modern day racism, the concept of “white supremacy,” the impact of Hip Hop as a social movement, and the idea of nationhood. Out of Darkness is narrated by Prof. Kaba Kamene and co-stars Dr. Umar Johnson, Dr. Claud Anderson, Tim Wise, Prof. James Small, Dr. Joy DeGruy, Anthony Browder, Sabir Bey, Atlantis Browder, and Taj Tarik Bey.

Who’s in it. Out of Darkness stars Umar Johnson as Himself, Sabir Bey as Himself, Claud Anderson as Himself and Kaba Kamene as Himself, among others.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Demand Africa Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Out of Darkness page.

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