Personal Info
Known For:
Acting
Birthday:
December 12, 1925
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Barbara O. Jones
Biography
Barbara O. Jones, also known as Barbarao, Barbara-O, and Barbara O., is an American actor from Ohio[1] best known for her work in the films of the L.A. Rebellion movement of 1970s black filmmakers, starring in films by Haile Gerima and Julie Dash.[2] She also appeared on television alongside Muhammad Ali in Freedom Road and had smaller roles in other films including Demon Seed and on television
Known For
Filmography
| Year | Movie | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Los Angeles Plays Itself | Dorothy in Bush Mama (archive footage) |
| 2001 | Maangamizi: The Ancient One | Dr. Asira |
| 1991 | Daughters of the Dust | Yellow Mary |
| 1991 | A Powerful Thang | (as Barbara O) |
| 1979 | Bush Mama | Dorothy |
| 1979 | Freedom Road | Rachel Jackson (as Barbara-O Jones) |
| 1977 | Demon Seed | Technician |
| 1977 | Diary of an African Nun | Sister Gloria |
| 1973 | Child of Resistance | |
| 1971 | Black Chariot | The drifter's lover |
| Year | TV Show | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1975 | Wonder Woman | Sell |