Overview

This feature film tells the true story of Charles S. Gilpin; the first black star on Broadway and his leading role in Eugene O'Neill's controversial play, The Emperor Jones.

Top Cast

Shaun Parkes

Charles S. Gilpin

John Hensley

Eugene O'Neill

Nick Moran

Jasper Deeter

Liza Weil

Agnes Boulton

Nija Okoro

Florence Gilpin

Lonnie Farmer

W.E.B. DuBois