Spirit to Spirit Nikki Giovanni (1986)

Once crowned The Princess of Black Poetry the prolific and political Nikki Giovanni has become one of Americas most popular poets The film highlights the life and work of a poet whose verse appeals to everyone interested in poetry and modern American life This lyrical and visually provocative film details the poets comingofage against the background of her times the Civil Rights struggle Vietnam and the Womens Movement In this dynamic portrait selected readings by Giovanni reveal the values and personal history which have deeply influenced her poetry Spirit to Spirit unveils the sly wit and sharp insights of Giovannis multilayered work making it a delightful introduction to this talented poet and incisive social commentator Restored in 2022 by the Academy Film Archive and the Womens Film Preservation Fund with support from the Leon Levy Foundation