Saul Williams

Actor, Composer, Writer

Birthdate: Feb 29, 1972

Birthplace: Newburgh, New York, USA

Acclaimed New York-based verbal stylist, who has risen to the level of one of the foremost slam poets today. Holds a B.A. in philosophy and acting from Morehouse College, as well as a Masters in Acting from NYU.

Was a staple of NYC's Nuyorican Poets Cafe, where he honed his skill, drawing from old-school hip-hop and African griot-style storytelling. Has since also performed with progressive hip-hop acts like KRS-One and The Roots and punk rockers Rage Against The Machine.

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Saul Williams Movies

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  • 2025 |

    Sinners

    asJedidiah
  • 2021 |

    Akilla’s Escape

    asAkilla
  • 2017 |
    A Midsummer Night's Dreamas Oberon
  • 2016 |
    Dreamstatesas Spoonie
  • 2014 |
    FLA (Faire: l'amour)as Shaban
  • 2012 |
    Teyas Satché
  • 2011 |
    Brooklyn Boheme
  • 2009 |
    All Tomorrow's Parties
  • 2007 |
    Slam, ce qui nous brûle
  • 2006 |
    Finally Sayin' What I Really Mean...
  • 2006 |
    Not in Our Name!
  • 2006 |
    Peace Process
  • 2001 |
    K-PAXas Ernie
  • 2000 |
    King of the Korneras King
  • 1998 |
    Slamas Ray Joshua

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