The Americans (1962 Original Black & White Film)

Step into 1962 with *The Americans*, an unfinished yet powerful civil rights-era film exploring the profound impact of segregation on the daily lives of African Americans. Through compelling interviews with civil rights leaders James Farmer, Roy Wilkins, Whitney Young, and Ralph Metcalfe, the documentary captures the voices of pivotal figures in the fight for equality.

Written by Louis Lomax, produced by Willard Van Dyke, and directed by Graeme Ferguson, this film highlights both the progress and ongoing struggles faced by African Americans in voting rights, housing, and education. Narrated by Charles Gordone, it remains a testament to the resilience of the civil rights movement.

Source: National Archives. *The Americans, 1962*. [Video] Retrieved from the National Archives Catalog, https://catalog.archives.gov/id/51011