Anna — How to Make an American Quilt Character Profile

About Anna

A woman who recounts a profound interracial romance in the 1940s that was ultimately torn apart by societal prejudice. Her tale underscores the devastating impact of racism on love and the enduring nature of first hearts.

Character Facts

Played by

Maya Angelou

Appears in

How to Make an American Quilt (1995)

Role

Supporting

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