The Architect: A Montford Point Marine 2023
"An African American architect’s captivating journey through the challenges of early 20th century America, the brutal Korean War, and the complexities of race and family, as he discovers strength, inspiration, and unexpected connections along the way."
Overview
In this dynamic and dramatic short film, an African American veteran takes us on an extraordinary journey through his life. From a chance visit to the Pentagon, to growing up in a vibrant integrated neighborhood, his story is one of resilience and inspiration. Fueled by the determination to seize educational opportunities, he enlists just in time to experience the racial divisions of his era before Truman desegregates the military. Thrust into the brutality of the Korean War, the weight of comba
Director: Daniel L. Bernardi