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BuzzFeed
4 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor Called Out "The Color Purple" Remake For Its Erasure Of Black Queer Romance

Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor is a hard-working actor who has delivered stunning performances in critically acclaimed projects.
Her portrayal in King Richard earned her first Oscar nomination in 2022. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
Film

'Origin' actress blames lack of awards recognition on Hollywood awarding 'the white guys'

Actress Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor believes that women of color are not recognized and awarded in Hollywood.
Ellis-Taylor praises the film 'Origin' for its bravery in its creative approach and message, but laments the lack of recognition it has received. [ more ]
IndieWire
5 months ago
Film

'Origin' Star Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor Has Grown Tired of the 'Slow Burn' of Recognition

Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor discusses her role as journalist Isabel Wilkerson in Ava DuVernay's film 'Origin' based on Wilkerson's book 'Caste'.
Ellis-Taylor describes challenging the pillars of caste in her everyday life, such as confronting a restaurant displaying the Confederate flag in Mississippi. [ more ]
Queerty
3 days ago
Writing

Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor is using her voice to ensure more Black, queer stories get told - Queerty

Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor came out as bisexual publicly after years of sharing her identity with close friends and family. [ more ]
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