Stand by · pulling the latest frames
Stand by · pulling the latest frames

The powerful tales of seven diverse African-American women are woven together in this 1982 performance of Ntozake Shange's Obie Award-winning landmark play. A breakthrough portrayal of black women's experiences in America, the story combines music, poetry and dance to celebrate their unique culture while painting a poignant portrait of their terrible struggles.
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“A unique award-winning tale of the African-American woman's journey in America.”
Editorial context, craft details, and films that share its DNA.
Jackie Davis
Jackie Davis
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