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The Myth of the Black Woman

The Myth of the Black Woman

2023

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Categories:

  • Documentary

Overview:

The Myth of the Black Woman is a feature-length documentary that examines the imagery of black women in the media, from the 18th century black slave to Michelle Obama. It is an investigation into how stereotypes originate from slavery and still affect the lives of black women in Quebec. These stereotypes include Jezebel (the seductress, the femme fatale); Mammie (the obese woman, the asexual mother figure) and Sapphire (the angry, ambitious and arrogant black woman). This story will be told by black women on whom stereotypes have a high impact, through interviews with fascinating experts, and through archival footage from centuries past to the present.

Ayana O'Shun

Director, Scenario Writer, Producer

Bianca Bellange

Producer

Cast:

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  • Patricia McKenzie

    Patricia McKenzie

  • Abisara Machold

    Abisara Machold

  • Geneviève Young

    Geneviève Young

  • Nydia

    Nydia

  • Diane Gistal

    Diane Gistal

  • Joujou Turenne

    Joujou Turenne