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.
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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.
Narrator
Movie / 1937
Movie / 1994
Movie / 1953
Movie / 1999
Movie / 2004
Movie / 1988
Movie / 2009
Movie / 1996
Movie / 1971
Movie / 2000
Movie / 1975
Movie / 1998
Movie / 2013
Movie / 2001
Movie / 2003
Movie / 1998
Movie / 2022
Movie / 2023
Movie / 2006
Movie / 1986