Diversity in Cannes Short Film Showcase

BAD ASS GLOBAL WOMEN OF COLOR IN FILM

Expired February 24, 2021 5:00 AM
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Blackbird is an aspirational tale about Sherri Jones, an African American young woman who cleans planes for a living, but dreams of being a pilot. Sherri is an imaginative, creative, and an overworked cabin cleaner who is somewhat content with life, even though she’s living paycheck to paycheck. On her 25th birthday, she is presented with an opportunity to attend aviation school. Throughout her journey, Sherri faces self-doubt and resistance; yet learns to chase her dreams, and defies the odds.

  • Year
    2019-05-08
  • Runtime
    00:18:31
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United States
  • Director
    Nicole L. Thompson
  • Screenwriter
    Nicole L. Thompson
  • Producer
    Nicole L. Thompson, Nick Brooks, Jamie Walker
  • Cast
    Alyssa Tibbs, Paul Nyrgro, Fredericka Meek, Paulette Blair, Mia Braithwaite