The Black Swallow (2022) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

Released in 2022, The Black Swallow is a drame, animation and romance film directed by Louis Jean Gorry, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. In 1959, Louise, a young white journalist, is looking for a story to tell. She encounters an old black man with an unforgettable story. Eugene Bullard, the first black fighter pilot… who now works as an elevator operator at the Rockefeller Center. No sooner does Louise begin her investigation, than Eugene disappears into the Great South to atone for his sins. He flees in the face of racial hatred but also his own story of heroism. Eugene’s life reads as an epic tale. But a mystery remains at the heart of this story, a moment of treason and loss. With his death imminent, Eugene knows that only the truth can redeem him. And only Louise, catching up with him at last, has unearthed the truth.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Black Swallow page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Black Swallow tend to enjoy Les Évadés, Le Parrain, La Liste de Schindler and Le Parrain, 2e partie.