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"Stepping Out" follows the remarkable journey of Lincoln Perry, a man who broke barriers and shattered stereotypes in Hollywood's Golden Age. Rising from poverty in the segregated South, Perry found fame as Stepin Fetchit, Hollywood's first African American movie star. With his slow, drawling speech and exaggerated mannerisms, Fetchit became a household name, but behind the scenes, Perry fought against the industry's racism and his own typecasting. As Perry navigates the highs and lows of fame, "Stepping Out" explores the complexities of his character—a man torn between exploiting stereotypes for success and advocating for his dignity and that of his community. Despite criticism from both Black and White communities, Perry perseveres, using his platform to challenge racial norms and demand equality. But as the civil rights movement gains momentum, Perry's career begins to falter. With Hollywood turning its back on him and facing backlash from a changing society, Perry grapples with his legacy and the impact of his choices. Ultimately, "Stepping Out" reveals the humanity behind the caricature, painting a nuanced portrait of a man who dared to defy expectations and paved the way for future generations.
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Description of Lincoln Perry (Stepin Fetchit):

Lincoln Theodore Monroe Andrew Perry, better known by the stage name Stepin Fetchit, was an American vaudevillian, comedian, and film actor of Jamaican and Bahamian descent, considered to be the first black actor to have a successful film career. His highest profile was during the 1930s in films and on stage when his persona of Stepin Fetchit was billed as the "Laziest Man in the World".

 

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