"Anyone hoping to accelerate the current momentum in black cinema, develop new models of production and distribution, or simply gain a better understanding of how race impacts business decisions in Hollywood, should consult Ndounou’s well-researched book."
Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Alphonse Fletcher University Professor, Harvard University
"Ndounou compiles a phenomenal archive to diagnose and guide possibilities for ... Read morethe development of un-segregated, internationally viable Black film liberated from structural restraints that endorse racism and curtail creative freedom."
Stephanie Batiste
author of Darkening Mirrors: Imperial Representations in Depression Era African American Performance
"Ndounou provides a comprehensive examination of African American filmmakers' experience in producing, distributing, and marketing economically profitable films in the Hollywood cinema industry.  Most compelling is her demonstration of how industry standards make it difficult for black films to generate profits. This thorough, well-researched book is a must read. Highly recommended."
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"Anyone hoping to accelerate the current momentum in black cinema, develop new models of production and distribution, or simply gain a better understanding of how race impacts business decisions in Hollywood, should consult Ndounou’s well-researched book."
Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Alphonse Fletcher University Professor, Harvard University
"Ndounou compiles a phenomenal archive to diagnose and guide possibilities for the development of un-segregated, internationally viable Black film liberated from structural restraints that endorse racism and curtail creative freedom."
Stephanie Batiste
author of Darkening Mirrors: Imperial Representations in Depression Era African American Performance
"Ndounou provides a comprehensive examination of African American filmmakers' experience in producing, distributing, and marketing economically profitable films in the Hollywood cinema industry.  Most compelling is her demonstration of how industry standards make it difficult for black films to generate profits. This thorough, well-researched book is a must read. Highly recommended."
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