The MPI Original feature narrative film Freedom Hair has been honored with nominations for two distinguished awards. It is a contender for Best Feature Film at the Oscar-qualifying Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival in Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts. The film will be screened on August 2, 2024, at 2 p.m. Don’t miss the opportunity to secure your ticket and meet the film’s Oscar-nominated writer-director, Dianne Houston, who will be in attendance.

Additionally, Freedom Hair has been nominated for Best Feature at the Black Film Festival of New Orleans in New Orleans, Louisiana. Join us for a free screening of the film on August 24.

Based on an inspiring true story, Freedom Hair stars Simona Brown (Netflix’s Behind Her Eyes) as Melony, a determined mother who starts a natural hair braiding business to achieve financial independence but faces unexpected challenges from a powerful cosmetology cartel and the State of Mississippi.

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