Biography
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Ishmael Scott Reed (born 22 February 1938) is an American poet, essayist, and novelist. A prominent African-American literary figure, Reed is known for his satirical works challenging American political culture, and highlighting political and cultural oppression.
Reed has been described as one of the most controversial writers. While his work has often sought to represent neglected African and African-American perspectives, his energy and advocacy have centered more broadly on neglected peoples and perspectives irrespective of their cultural origins.
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Filmography
all 7
Movies 7
self 4
Writer 2
Self
James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket (2023)
Movie
Self - Poet and Novelist
I Am Richard Pryor (2019)
Movie
Self
Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic (2013)
Movie
Boogie Man: The Lee Atwater Story (2008)
Movie
Himself
The Last Angel of History (1996)
Movie
Writer
Personal Problems (1980)
Movie
Writer
Mommy, What's a Funkadelic?
Movie
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Known ForActing
GenderMale
Birthday1938-02-22 (86 years old)
Birth PlaceChattanooga, United States of America
CitizenshipsUnited States of America
AwardsFellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, MacArthur Fellows Program, Guggenheim Fellowship, American Book Awards
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