"The status quo is not sufficient, it’s not working. People are being harmed."
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About Ava DuVernay
Ava DuVernay is an American filmmaker, director, and producer known for her groundbreaking work in film and television. She gained critical acclaim for directing the historical drama 'Selma' in 2014, which earned her a Golden Globe nomination for Best Director, making her the first Black female director to receive such a nomination. DuVernay is also the creator of the acclaimed TV series 'Queen Sugar' and the documentary '13th,' which explores the intersection of race, justice, and mass incarceration in the United States.
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