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Inspired by a poem by Maya Angelou, this powerful film explores images of
Black women in the media, focusing on the myths surrounding Black women's
sexuality. Like "Color Adjustment", in which Marlon Riggs looked at
images of Black people on television, "And Still I Rise" uses images
from popular culture to reveal the way the media misrepresents Black women's
sexuality. A combination of fear and fascination produces a stereotypical
representation which in turn impacts on the real lives of Black women.
"And Still I Rise" intercuts historical and media images with
hard-hitting contemporary views of women of African heritage as they struggle
to create a new and empowered perspective. Both a celebration and a critique,
"And Still I Rise" is essential viewing for those interested in
African American studies, women's studies, media studies and popular culture.
From the director of "The Body Beautiful" and "Coffee Colored
Children".
A Women Make Movies film. 20 minutes
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