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Copy of HR Scene 3 The Declaration of Independence Noon, July 8th 1776©Laura Hinski Photog

THE SCORE

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Hear from composer Christopher Michael Stevens about how he approached the writing of the score for "Becoming American”.  

 

Christopher's album of the film's soundtrack released on May 8th 2026.

THE ARTWORK

Master Artisan in Paper, Nicola Dobrowolski, produced a series of original art scenes for the film. Here’s an insight into how the team brought these pieces to life. 

Copy of HR Scene 10 Community Living June 1811 - midday©Laura Hinski Photography-250729 -

THE END TRACK

Introducing Bethlehem the Vocussionist, whose unique version of “Lift Every Voice And Sing” closes the film. 

Copy of HR Scene 6 Market Street Late 1790’s early 1800’s©Laura Hinski Photography-250730-

ODUNDE

The Odunde Festival is one of the largest African American street festivals in the USA, bringing hundreds of thousands of people to the vibrant streets of Philadelphia.

Copy of HR Scene 12b Pennsylvania Anti-Slavery Society May 17th 1839©Laura Hinski Photogra

THE SOUNDSCAPE

Students from the Community College of Philadelphia helped to create the soundscape of 18th century Philly for the film. Here’s how they did it. 

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