An analysis of the evolution of television�s earlier unflattering portrayal of African-Americans from 1948 until 1988, when they are depicted as prosperous and having achieved the American Dream, a portrayal that is inconsistent with reality. Black actors Esther Rolle, Diahann Carroll, Denise Nicholas, and Tim Reid and Hollywood producers Norman Lear, Steve Bochco, and David Wolper reveal the behind-the-scenes story of how prime time was �integrated.� Revisiting the programs �Beulah,� �The Nat King Cole Show,� �Julia,� �I Spy,� �Good Times,� and �Roots,� viewers see how bitter racial conflict was absorbed into non-controversial series.

Starring:

Steven Bochco, Diahann Carroll, Ruby Dee

Genre:

Documentary