Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Dr. Harcourt Fuller is a history professor, Fulbright Global Scholar, historical consultant, writer, film and music producer. His international film projects are adaptations of his preexisting intellectual property, including academic writings, media articles, exhibitions, documentaries, music videos, shorts, public talks, and classes. Fuller's films focus on stories of the resistance, perseverance, and power of strong male and female characters from African and African Diaspora history.
Nkrumah Never Dies Budget: $30M+ | Historical ⋄ Biography Before Nelson Mandela, there was the American-educated Kwame Nkrumah. He was post-colonial Africa’s first Black President, African of the 20th Century, and Public Enemy #1. Inspired by true events.
Afia and the War for the Golden Stool Budget: $30M+ | Historical ⋄ Drama A family’s journey to Africa to honor a dying wish, unearths a fearless heroine
Black Women on Money: Tubman's Quest Budget: $1M - $5M | Historical ⋄ Documentary Queens. Revolutionaries. Entrepreneurs. Black Women
1000 Years a Slave
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Documentary
by Uplands Television / David Olusoga (Documentary)
Historical Consultant and On-Screen Commentator An exploration of how slavery has underpinned world history.
Mansa Musa
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Music Video
by Katawud Films / Dr. Harcourt Fuller and Joseph "Ato" Bedu-Addo (Biography, Music and Short)
Writer, Producer, Director Recorded and filmed in Cape Coast, Ghana, this music video introduces the world to the life and legacy of Mansa Musa, the 14th century king and emperor of the Mali Empire in West Africa who is said to be the wealthiest person in world history.
Black Money
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Music Video
by Katawud Films / Dr. Harcourt Fuller (History, Music and Short)
Writer, Producer, Director Black Money was recorded and filmed in Kingston, Jamaica. It is an upbeat 90s-style dancehall song with a modern twist that name-drops different currencies used in Africa and the African diaspora; Black Money calls for black people to invest their money in assets, build wealth, and have more representation on their currencies.
Presente
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Music Video
by Katawud Films / Dr. Harcourt Fuller
Writer, Producer, Director Presente is a Spanish-language song written and produced by Professor Harcourt Fuller for the Black Money Exhibit Soundtrack. Big Up to collaborating producers Pustinho in the Bronx, New York and JMP Da ProBeat in Mpumalanga, South Africa. Presente is performed by Mexican Dancehall artist Jah Fabio. The song highlights the struggles and contributions of Africans and Afro-Latinos to Latin American, Caribbean, and American history, economies, music, and dance.
África Presente
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Music Video
by Katawud Films / Dr. Harcourt Fuller
Writer, Producer, Director Performed by the Afro-Peruvian performing arts ensemble Teatro del Milenio Kimba Fá, "Africa Presente" highlights the presence and contributions of Africans and people of African descent in the Americas, from the slavery era until today. Shot on location in Lima, Peru.
Queen Nanny: Legendary Maroon Chieftainess
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Documentary
by Action 4 Reel Flimworks / Roy T. Anderson (Documentary)
Producer Queen Nanny documents the struggle for freedom by the Jamaican Maroons, led by the indomitable 18th century military genius, Nanny of the Maroons.
Akwantu: The Journey
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Documentary
by Action 4 Reel Flimworks / Roy T. Anderson
Educational Outreach Director A documentary on the legendary Maroons of Jamaica and their gallant fight for freedom.
Born 2 Run
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Documentary
by Neomotion Films / Andrew R. Brereton
Historical Consultant and On-Screen Commentator This compelling documentary looks at the fascinating cultural, genetic and historical factors that have led to the emergence of Jamaica being the speed and "Sprint Capital" of the world.
Best Documentary, Newark International Film Festival - "Queen Nanny: Legendary Maroon Chieftainess"
(2016)
Winner, Spirit Award, Reel Sisters of the Diaspora Film Festival & Lecture Series, NY - Queen Nanny
(2016)
London School of Economics