The MPI Original narrative feature Freedom Hair premiered on Starz New Year’s Day and quickly landed at #4 on the platform’s top 10 movies to watch.

Directed by Oscar-nominated writer-director Dianne Houston, this inspiring drama tells the true story of Melony Armstrong, a Mississippi mother who turned her dream of starting a natural hair braiding business into a fight for economic freedom. Facing restrictive licensing requirements imposed by a powerful cosmetology cartel and the state, Melony defied the odds to challenge the system and inspire change. 

In addition to Starz, the film is available on popular streaming platforms like Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, and Google Play. 

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