Quote by Ava DuVernay: “I’m interested in creating images and opportunities for people of color, for women.”

This quote expresses her clear mission as a filmmaker and storyteller: to champion representation and create space for marginalized voices. It highlights her dedication to fostering diversity and equity in media.

Discussing her filmmaking philosophy around the time of her film 'Selma', emphasizing her commitment to telling stories that reflect a broader spectrum of humanity and challenge dominant narratives in Hollywood.

American filmmaker and the first Black woman to direct a film nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture, with Selma in 2015. She has used her production company ARRAY to distribute films by underrepresented filmmakers and is a persistent advocate for diversity in Hollywood.