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An animated satire on the question of self-image for African American women living in a society where beautiful hair is viewed as hair that blows in the wind and lets you be free. Lively tunes and witty narration accompany a quick-paced inventory of relaxers, gels, and curlers. This short film has become essential for discussions of racism, African American cinema, and empowerment.
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- Status
- Released
- Production
- Milestone Films
Keywords
- race politics
- satire
- hairstyle
- stop motion
- hair
- racism
- self love
- woman director
- black history
- self-liberation
- video collage
- 1980s
- wigs
- beauty standards
- african american history
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Top Cast
Carol Jean Lewis as Narrator
Top Crew
Ayoka Chenzira · Director, Writer
Joseph Burton · Editor
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