In the early 1920s, race films were gaining prominence as a form of popular entertainment.

It was part of a genre called race films.

In all, approximately five hundred race films were produced.

In their day, race films were very popular among African American theatergoers.

The term "race film" is sometimes used to describe films of the period aimed at other minority audiences.

After the three race films, the professor asked his students if any had got all three right.

It then looks at milestones in the development of race films.

Richard Norman's reason to produce race films was not solely a business decision as some would believe.

Images from earlier race films - the term was not pejorative - will be a revelation for many.

Once Hollywood put its more polished skills to work on issues blacks cared about, the race film faded away.