Documentary Explores Life of Legendary Writer Maya Angelou

Clip: 11/15/2016 | 12m 49sVideo has Closed Captions

A new film explores the many facets of the acclaimed poet and writer.

Bob Hercules and Rita Coburn Whack, the directors of “Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise,” join host Phil Ponce to discuss the film and the artist.

Aired 11/15/2016 | Rating NR

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