Last week
I posted Michelle Obama's video about Black History month and its dedication this year to African American women. It is within that context that I note the powerful emerging voice of
Viola Davis.
As she has made her way around the Oscar circuit Viola Davis has impressed the Bagger – and everyone else who has heard her – by speaking eloquently about subjects that many shy away from: race, class and sexism, in Hollywood and in the real world. Even as she campaigns hard in the best actress race, Ms. Davis continues to speak her mind.
I've been paying attention and have to say that I too am impressed. Here she is this week on CBS This Morning.
Wonderful post! America (both Black & white) continues to struggle with our history. While I do not expect one film to capture all of it. Many maids have other stories to tell about rape, cruelty and brutality. Those stories also need to be told. In the meantime, I am so happy for Viola as many opportunities open up for her to bring her own perspective.
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Thank you for the heads-up about this book! Ordering it right away. Can't wait.
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ReplyDeleteI'm late lookin' at this. Full week. But, Viola Davis...the first time I saw her was in one of my fav "little" movies - "Out Of Sight" which has been in cable rotation (if you've never watched it - DO). But, when I really zeroed in on her was in Law and Order as she had a recurring role as a defense attorney. You HEARD her first. THEN you saw her. That BEARing of hers...
At 61, even being able to HAVE goose bumps is something I'm happy about.
But, that's what she does to me. Frequently. Simply, an outSTANding woman.