
The Black Man Who Had a White Soul
Original title: El negro que tenía el alma blanca
Overview
Pedro (played by a white actor in blackface), a son of a former slave, leaves Cuba (where he was being mistreated for being black) to seek his fortune in Paris. While working as a bellboy at a dance club, his dancing prowess is discovered and then he goes to become a famous dancer of the Charleston in the city. He falls in love with his dancing partner, who could not stand the thought of marrying him because of his skin color.
Top-billed cast
Crew
- Director
- Benito Perojo
- Writers
- Benito Perojo, Alberto S. Insúa
- Production
- Production Francaise Cinematographique, Goya Producciones Cinematográficas S.A.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Black Man Who Had a White Soul rated?
The Black Man Who Had a White Soul has an audience rating of 6.0 out of 10 from 6 votes.
Who directed The Black Man Who Had a White Soul?
The Black Man Who Had a White Soul was directed by Benito Perojo.
When was The Black Man Who Had a White Soul released?
The Black Man Who Had a White Soul was released in 1927.



















