The House Behind the Cedars

Rena is a young woman of mixed race. Although she is romantically pursued by an upwardly mobile African American named Frank, Rena does not decide in his favor. Her appearance allows her to pass for white, as she is of majority European ancestry, although she has grown up in the black community. She meets and falls in love with George Tryon, a young white aristocrat. But as their relationship deepens, Rena believes she has to acknowledge her African ancestry. Considered a lost film.

Shingzie Howard

Andrew Bishop

Lawrence Chenault

William Crowell

Alma Sewel

• Oscar MicheauxWriter · Director
• Charles W. ChesnuttNovel

Release date

January 2, 1927

Status

Released

Original language

English

Genres

Drama

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