"The initial idea was to inform, and to enlighten, and to educate, people about the basic issues, in the community, from our own perspective."
Emory Douglas, former Minister of Culture for the Black Panther Party, was one of the most influential and renowned political poster artists in the United States. Using archival footage and conversations with Emory, Dress Code shares his story alongside the rise and fall of the Panthers, in a new short film.
"He used his art as a weapon in the Black Panther Party’s struggle for civil rights and today Emory continues to give a voice to the voiceless. His art and what The Panthers fought for are still as relevant as ever."
Article/Video: Emory Douglas: The Art of The Black Panthers