Issa Rae explores history of Black representation in TV in documentary: "It makes such a difference"

Issa Rae's new documentary explores Black representation on TV

Issa Rae, the multifaceted talent behind hits like “Insecure” and “Rap Sh!t,” is taking viewers on an insightful journey through the evolution of Black representation on the small screen with her new documentary, “Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television.” This two-part series dives deep into the pioneering efforts, cultural impact, and often overlooked […] The post Issa Rae’s new documentary explores Black representation on TV appeared fir…

Issa Rae explores history of Black representation in TV in documentary: "It makes such a difference"

"Seen and Heard: The History of Black Television" features media icons such as Oprah Winfrey, Tyler Perry, Tracee Ellis Ross, Norman Lear and Shonda Rhimes.

Issa Rae's 'Seen & Heard' Lifts Curtain on Exploitation and Triumph in Black Television

Issa Rae's new two-part HBO documentary "Seen and Heard: The History of Black Television" explores the complicated history of African American representation on television, featuring interviews with Oprah Winfrey, Tyler Perry, Tracee Ellis Ross, Shonda Rhimes, Ava DuVernay, and Norman Lear. The post Issa Rae’s ‘Seen & Heard’ Lifts Curtain on Exploitation and Triumph in Black Television appeared first on The Washington Informer.