Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People

Name: Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People
Genre: Animation, Documentary
Released: 01 Jan 1984
Rating: 5.50
Cast: Carol Jean Lewis

An animated satire on the question of self-image for African American women living in a society where beautiful hair is viewed as hair that blows in the wind and lets you be free. Lively tunes and witty narration accompany a quick-paced inventory of relaxers, gels, and curlers. This short film has become essential for discussions of racism, African American cinema, and empowerment.

Genre: Animation, Documentary
Studio: Milestone FIlms
Keyword: race politics, satire, hairstyle, stop motion, hair, racism, self love, woman director, black history, self-liberation, video collage, 1980s, wigs, beauty standards, african american history, african american, short film, black hair, black identity, black power, black culture, 16mm film, afro
Cast: Carol Jean Lewis

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