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The Myth of the Black Woman

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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.

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Released
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Language
English
  • slavery
  • black stereotype
  • myths
  • black woman

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Director

Ayana O'Shun

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Canada

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  • CanadaCA

    • TheatricalG10 Feb 2023

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The Myth of the Black Woman was released on 10 February 2023.

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