The Josephine Baker Movie
Date Submitted: 06/06/2004 21:56:26
Category: / Entertainment / Movies & Film
Length: 3 pages (884 words)
Category: / Entertainment / Movies & Film
Length: 3 pages (884 words)
Movie Review: The Josephine Baker Story
Born on June 3, 1906, Josephine Baker was a survivor. Far from the glitter and gaiety that characterized her beloved Paris, Baker's beginnings were harsh and difficult. Born in the slums of St. Louis, Missouri, Baker grew up sleeping in cardboard shelters and scavenging for food in garbage cans.
At age 13, Baker left her parents' house and got a job as a waitress. Soon afterwards, she married Willie Wells. However, the …
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…was learning how to ballet, but it was not a success because her toes bled. In my opinion, this scene symbolized her lack of grace. Besides my negative opinion on her so-called talent in dancing, I enjoyed the scene where she united African American soldiers with white American soldiers as one army during her stay in Morocco. She was more than just a dancer and singer, she was a woman with pride for her country.
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