Overview

Pedro (played by a white actor in blackface), a son of a former slave, leaves Cuba (where he was being mistreated for being black) to seek his fortune in Paris. While working as a bellboy at a dance club, his dancing prowess is discovered and then he goes to become a famous dancer of the Charleston in the city. He falls in love with his dancing partner, who could not stand the thought of marrying him because of his skin color.

Cast

Valentín Parera, Concha Piquer, José Aguëras, Joaquín Carrasco, Marguerite de Morlaye, Andrews Engelmann, Raymond de Sarka

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What is "The Black Man Who Had a White Soul" about?

Pedro (played by a white actor in blackface), a son of a former slave, leaves Cuba (where he was being mistreated for being black) to seek his fortune in Paris. While working as a bellboy at a dance club, his dancing prowess is discovered and then he goes to become a famous dancer of the Charleston in the city. He falls in love with his dancing partner, who could not stand the thought of marrying him because of his skin color.

When was "The Black Man Who Had a White Soul" released?

The Black Man Who Had a White Soul was released in 1927.

Who stars in "The Black Man Who Had a White Soul"?

The cast includes Valentín Parera, Concha Piquer, José Aguëras, Joaquín Carrasco.