The Polymath, or The Life and Opinions of Samuel R. Delany, Gentleman
2007•1h 15m•8.0•Released
Documentary
A portrait of Samuel R. Delany, an award-winning African-American gay author whose credits include everything from science fiction to several issues of the Wonder Woman comic book. Using a range of experimental techniques and borrowed footage from Delany's home movies, Taylor captures his subject's thoughts on racism, violence, and his struggles with sexual identity.
Director
Fred Barney Taylor
Cast
Samuel R. Delany
Self
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