Description
In 2008, the United States Postal Service issued a set of four 42-cent commemorative stamps celebrating vintage Black cinema, which included a stamp featuring a scene from the 1929 film “Hallelujah.”
The stamp was designed by artist Sam Weber, with the text ” Black Cinema” and “USA 42” on the bottom.
“Hallelujah” was directed by King Vidor and is notable for being one of the first major Hollywood films to feature an all-Black cast. The film tells the story of a young man named Zeke, who is torn between his religious upbringing and his desire to pursue a worldly life. The film’s use of gospel music and its depiction of African American life and culture were groundbreaking for their time, and the film remains a significant landmark in the history of Black cinema.
The set of four stamps also included images from other pioneering Black films, including “Black and Tan,” “The Sport of the Gods,” “Princess Tam-Tam, and ”Caldonia,” The stamps were issued to commemorate the significant contributions of Black filmmakers and actors to the American film industry, as well as to honor the cultural impact of these films.
The stamps were well-received by collectors and film enthusiasts alike, and are now considered rare and valuable items among philatelists. They serve as a reminder of the important role that Black artists have played in shaping American culture and history, and of the enduring legacy of vintage Black cinema.
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