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Freedom Hair

DIANNE HOUSTON
USA, 2023
99 minutes, Color
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In Person: Director Dianne Houston & Executive Producer Melony Armstrong

From Dianne Houston, a D.C. native and Oscar®-nominated writer and director, Freedom Hair is an inspiring drama based on the true story of Melony Armstrong, who battled state regulations to establish her own natural hair braiding business in Mississippi. Through Armstrong's journey toward financial independence and her confrontation of systemic obstacles, the film explores themes of community and empowerment, resilience and cultural pride. Freedom Hair delivers a compelling message of perseverance, inspiring audiences to pursue their dreams.—Various sources