Review of I Am Not Your Negro (2017) by Charles S — 09 Jul 2017

Excellent perspective of an ex pat. however entirely leaves out his other struggle.

This review of I Am Not Your Negro (2017) was written by Charles S on 09 Jul 2017.

I Am Not Your Negro has generally received very positive reviews.

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