Question 1

Why was 'Compensation' selected for preservation in 2024?

Accepted Answer

In 2024, it was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being 'culturally, historically or aesthetically significant.'

Question 2

Which festivals featured 'Compensation' in 1999 and 2000?

Accepted Answer

It was featured at the Toronto International Film Festival in 1999, and at the Cleveland International Film Festival, Independent Spirit Awards, and Sundance Film Festival in 2000.

Question 3

What is the parallel storyline in 'Compensation'?

Accepted Answer

The life of a deaf African American woman in the early 1900s parallels with another living in the 1990s.

Question 4

Who plays the dual roles of Malindy Brown and Malaika Brown?

Accepted Answer

Michelle A. Banks portrays both Malindy Brown and Malaika Brown.

Question 5

What is the Criterion Collection spine number for 'Compensation'?

Accepted Answer

This movie is part of the Criterion Collection, spine #1274.

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