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2 days ago · “I believe that censorship is the enemy of freedom.” — Ava DuVernay Since 2020, the number of documented attempts to censor books has risen significantly, according to the American Library Association’s Office for Intellectual Freedom. Attempts to censor books in 2023 reached the highest level ever tracked by the organization, with 4,240 un...
3 days ago · Created by Ava DuVernay, Queen Sugar follows the exploits of three Black American siblings who must figure out the fate of their deceased father's 800-acre (320-hectare) sugarcane farm. Dunye directed four episodes during the series's 2016–22 run and was the producing director for season four.
3 days ago · Joining them was director Ava DuVernay, who opted for a striking red pin-stripe suit. The vibrant, structured silhouette added a contemporary twist to a classic silhouette.
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5 days ago · Documentaries and miniseries, such as Ava DuVernay's "When They See Us," have provided a platform for the voices of the Central Park Five, allowing them to share their experiences and perspectives. This shift in representation has been crucial in fostering a more nuanced understanding of the case and its implications.
3 days ago · Filmmaker Ava Duvernay was this year’s Honorary Chair for National Banned Book Week. “I believe that censorship is the enemy of freedom. By banning books, we deny ourselves the opportunity to learn from the past and to envision a braver future. Books have the power to open minds and build bridges.
4 days ago · For her role in “When They See Us,” created and directed by Ava DuVernay, Nash-Betts earned an Emmy nomination. She played the mother of one of the so-called Central Park Five. Credit...
5 days ago · Banned Books Week 2024 runs September 22 – 28. The theme of this year’s Banned Books Week is “Freed Between the Lines.”. Headlining the week is award-winning filmmaker Ava DuVernay, selected as honorary chair of Banned Books Week. DuVernay, whose credits include Selma, 13th, Queen Sugar, and When They See Us, is an Academy Award nominee ...
