A Choice of Weapons: Inspired by Gordon Parks

“The new generation of artists shaped by a legend.”

6.8

2021

1h 29m

Documentary

This documentary chronicles renaissance man Gordon Parks’ stellar career from staff photographer for LIFE magazine, through his artistic development photographing everyday Americans, through his evolution as a novelist and groundbreaking filmmaker.

Key Crew

Director

John Maggio

Producers

John Maggio

Monica Berra

Richard Lowe

Cinematography

Joe Arcidiacono

Music

Gary Lionelli

Cast (8)

Ava DuVernay

Self

Spike Lee

Self

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