Get On Up: The Triumph of Black America

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BBC Two

Actor David Harewood takes the viewer on a journey across America to meet some of his heroes and discover some of the true stories behind the incredible artists who shaped his life and changed the world. Along the way, he discovers how African American performers, filmmakers and writers came to transform popular culture around the world. Harewood speaks to legends like Smokey Robinson who recalls how the Motown record label grew from humble beginnings and traces the career of Sidney Poitier who inspired his own career choice. Other contributors include former Vibe editor Danyel Smith, writer MK Asante, Nile Rodgers, and more.