James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket

8.0/10 · 243 votesAug 14, 198990 min

Ranked #3 of 10 in Season 4•+0.5 vs season avg

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The noted author, his battles against racism, and its expression in his books.

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Episode Summary

"James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket" is episode 4 of American Masters season 4. It scored 8.0/10 from 243 votes, ranking #3 of 10 episodes this season (season average 7.5). It aired on August 14, 1989.

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