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.
Directed by Ayoka Chenzira
race politics
satire
hairstyle
stop motion
hair
racism
self love
woman director
black history
self-liberation
video collage
1980s
wigs
beauty standards
african american history
african american
short film
black hair
black identity
black power
black culture
16mm film
afro
IMDB
N/A
Letterboxd
3.7 / 5
Crew
Ayoka Chenzira
Director
Ayoka Chenzira
Writer
Ayoka Chenzira
Editor
Ayoka Chenzira
Producer
Ayoka Chenzira
Animation
Ayoka Chenzira
Art Designer
Popular Reviews
4 reviews
gaby
10.0★ · 01/10/26
i loved this. the paper animation and voice acting was so cool!!
i loved this. the paper animation and voice acting was so cool!!
Zoë Westlund
7.9★ · 03/04/25
I adore the paper animation! And that voice acting was great!!
I adore the paper animation! And that voice acting was great!!
