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The Secret of Selling the Negro (1954): Cast

The Secret of Selling the Negro (1954) movie poster

The Secret of Selling the Negro is a 1954 documentary directed by Wayne A Langston, starring Robert Trout. It runs 21 minutes.

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The Secret of Selling the Negro (1954) movie poster
Released
Runtime
21 min
Director
Wayne A Langston
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Secret of Selling the Negro About?

The premise of The Secret of Selling the Negro without spoilers.

Commissioned by the Chicago‑based publishers of Negro Digest, Ebony, Tan and Jet, it urges advertisers to target African‑American consumers. It shows daily lives, activities and buying habits of Black professionals, students and housewives, stressing a positive view of the Negro family. A sponsor booklet lists do’s and don’ts marketing to this audience.

The Secret of Selling the Negro Themes & Keywords

· 19 tags
  • african american
  • teletype
  • 1950s
  • business interest
  • consumer market
  • market
  • commerce
  • race relations
  • purchasing power
  • migration
  • middle class
  • brand
+7 more
  • consumer
  • merchandise
  • selling
  • business
  • advertising
  • marketing
  • buying
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Cast & crew

The Secret of Selling the Negro Cast

Robert Trout stars in The Secret of Selling the Negro. Directed by Wayne A Langston.

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The Secret of Selling the Negro Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The Secret of Selling the Negro.

THE SECRET OF SELLING THE NEGRO (1954)
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The Secret of Selling the Negro Also Known As

Also known as “The Secret of Selling the Negro Market”.

Also known as
  • The Secret of Selling the Negro Market

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The Secret of Selling the Negro FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Secret of Selling the Negro, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Secret of Selling the Negro?

The Secret of Selling the Negro runs 21 minutes.

When was The Secret of Selling the Negro released?

The Secret of Selling the Negro was released on July 4, 1954.

Who directed The Secret of Selling the Negro?

The Secret of Selling the Negro was directed by Wayne A Langston.

Who is in the cast of The Secret of Selling the Negro?

The Secret of Selling the Negro stars Robert Trout.

Does The Secret of Selling the Negro have a post-credit scene?

No. The Secret of Selling the Negro has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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