Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People (1984)

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.

Released

1984-01-01

Genres

Animation, Documentary

Runtime

10 min

Status

Released

Directed / written by

Ayoka Chenzira

TMDB rating

6.4/10 from 11 votes