The "Hidden Figures" film poster depicts Janelle Monáe, Taraji P. Henson and Octavia Spencer portraying their respective roles as Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson and Dorothy Vaughan, who worked at NASA during the 1960s. "Hidden Figures" grossed for $326 million worldwide. Photo courtesy of 20th Century Studios “Hidden Figures” (2017) tells the true story of three brilliant … [Read more...] about Film Review: ‘Hidden Figures’ Tells an Important but Over-Simplified Story
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Review: ‘Hidden Figures’ Proves Worthy Of Its Accolades
Image Courtesy of 20th Century FoxThe 89th Academy Awards, or "Oscars," are right around the corner on Feb. 26, and that means that the awards season of recognizing many films, actors, actresses, directors, etc., is almost over."Hidden Figures" has been one of those recognized films. This film is especially significant because it's a mainstream, Oscar-nominated film that … [Read more...] about Review: ‘Hidden Figures’ Proves Worthy Of Its Accolades
Oscars Noms Usher in Minority Excellence
Image Courtesy of the BSAThis years Oscar nominations are so refreshing and diverse coming off last year's “Oscars so White” scandal. As a young actress of color, this is so empowering and motivating to see.Often, I get asked what my "type" is, meaning which actresses with whom I compare. That question has always been difficult because there are few actresses … [Read more...] about Oscars Noms Usher in Minority Excellence
