

2017
A haven for Black intellectuals, artists and revolutionaries—and path of promise toward the American dream—Black colleges and universities have educated the architects of freedom movements and cultivated leaders in every field. They have been unapologetically Black for 150 years. For the first time ever, their story is told.
Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities (2017) is a Documentary film that follows a haven for Black intellectuals, artists and revolutionaries—and path of promise toward the American dream—Black colleges and universities have educated the architects of freedom movements and cultivated leaders in every field. They have been unapologetically Black for 150 years. For the first time ever, their story is told. Currently, you can watch Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Streaming availability may vary by country and platform over time. It has a user rating of 8.1 out of 10 from 7 votes. Fans of documentary movies may also want to explore similar titles below.











