Question Bridge: Black Males

ABOUT THIS EXHIBITION

The representation and depiction of black males in popular culture has long been governed by prevailing stereotyped attitudes about race and sexuality. Far too little is known about the range of internal values and dynamics of this group. Scientists, theorists, historians, politicians and activists have investigated the plight of the African-American male on various levels and from diverse perspectives, yet not enough has been done to represent a multi-faceted and self-determined representation of this demographic. Ultimately, black males are at greatest odds with themselves. The question is, “Why?”

Question Bridge: Black Males was created by Chris Johnson and Hank Willis Thomas, Bayeté Ross Smith and Kamal Sinclair. The executive producers are Delroy Lindo, Deborah Willis and Jesse Williams.


Black Men Discuss Being Black In America

BEHIND THE SCENES

Question Bridge: Black Males opens a window onto the complex and often unspoken dialogue among African-American men, creating an intimate and essentially genuine experience for viewers and subjects and providing new opportunities for understanding and healing. This project brings to the forefront the full spectrum of what it means to be “black” and “male” in America. “Blackness” ceases to be a simple, monochromatic concept.