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“There are advances in technology and enabling voices, but there are issues with the stories themselves. I think people of color are still not seen as human beings. They're still associated with types, with comedy, but we're in a crisis right now, with things like Black Lives Matter. We need films that address these issues.”

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Charles Burnett

Charles Burnett, born on April 13, 1944, is an esteemed American film director known for his profound social insight and unique narrative style. His works focus on the lives and experiences of African Americans, characterized by their distinctive storytelling and deep thematic exploration. more

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