African American Female Leadership in Major Motion Pictures: From Marginalized to Mainstream

The book explores the under-representation of African American female directors in mainstream cinema leadership and offers strategies to reduce this inequity. It combines ethics research with perspectives from working African American female directors to define how the male gaze and historical inequities can be opportunities for African American women to achieve success.

Format: Hardback
Length: 76 pages
Publication date: 09 February 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate factors contributing to the underrepresentation of African American female directors in mainstream cinema leadership. It also uncovers potential strategies that African American female film directors can employ to address this disparity. Author Tracy L. F. Worley, drawing upon extensive research in ethics, concludes that the male gaze, particularly in the context of African American female directors of box office cinema, holds significant consequences. By combining a deep analysis of ethics and ethical stances within the motion picture industry with insights from working African American female directors, the text explores the ethical considerations and historical inequalities, including the male gaze. It utilizes these findings to define how these inequities can be transformed into opportunities for African American women to achieve success.

The book is particularly valuable for students studying directing and filmmaking, as well as aspiring professional filmmakers seeking to gain a deeper understanding of the industry as it stands today. It offers a comprehensive framework for examining obstacles through the lenses of gender, ethnicity, and culture, enabling African American women to navigate the challenges and thrive in the film industry.

Through its insightful analysis and practical recommendations, this book contributes to the ongoing conversation about diversity and representation in cinema and serves as a valuable resource for anyone passionate about promoting gender equality and inclusivity in the arts.

Weight: 320g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032370538