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“Living in the wake of slavery is haunting, and to experience this haunting is to be nothing less than traumatized. Still, it is possible to heal from trauma, or come to terms with it. At first, we try to block out the horrors of the past - to ignore them, to pretend they are not there. The next step is to acknowledge the past and its harm, even as it triggers us. We try to avoid looking at it too closely. But the ghosts are everywhere; they have been waiting for us all along.”

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Rebecca Hall
Rebecca Hall

Rebecca Hall is a British actress born on May 3, 1982. She is known for her outstanding performances in films such as 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona' and 'The Town'. Hall has gained widespread recognition in the film industry with her exquisite acting skills and unique charm. more

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