From A.V. Rockwell to Ryan Coogler, meet the Black directors shaking up the industry.
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Here are 15 directors to look out for in 2016. They're not only releasing hotly anticipated films this year, but also diversifying today's film industry.
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Nunavut director Nyla Innuksuk talks about her film 'Slash/Back', the concept of the "final girl" in horror films, and Indigenous screen sovereignty.
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Introducing The Carpentry, an Online Concept Store Dedicated to Black Designers and Consumers
The luxury platform was launched by Atlanta-based duo Tiffany Fick and Kayla Turner, who aimed to create a positive shopping experience for Black consumers.
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Trump Reportedly Bragged About His Popularity During Tour of African American History Museum
Because, of course, he did.
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