Like Poitier, the roles were limited, and often based on his racial identity.

He travels to New York City in search of survivors, finding the usually bustling streets disturbingly empty.

As Benson feels threatened, his rivalry with Ralph turns violent.

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Films likeStanley Kramer’sOn the Beach,Sidney Lumet’sFail-Safe, andStanley Kubrick’sDr.

Harry Belafonte on a bridge in The World, the Flesh and the Devil

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Harry Belafonte looks at the Statue of Liberty in The World, the Flesh and the Devil

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