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Below the Line: A Cut Above – Costume Designer Ruth E. Carter

Ruth E. Carter is an American costume designer (and NYWFT Designing Women honoree!) with an unparalleled ability to develop an authentic story through costume and character. And this year she became the first African American woman to win an Academy Award for costume design for her work in Black Panther.

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WEEKLY ROUNDUP

Photo Source: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images North America) Mariel Hemingway on her family “They’re crazy!” And that’s the point. Costume Designer Ruth Carter discusses her “audition” for The Butler. Over 40 and still want to direct features? You’re right on schedule! These Emmy nominated actresses have hilarious quirks. Had no idea the FCC Chief is a woman, Mignon...

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Terry’s Picks: August 6

  Check Out: the Kickstarter for Pamela Green’s feature documentary, Be Natural, on the first female director, Alice Guy Blaché. Alice’s story has long been overlooked and I certainly hope Green’s documentary will shine a spotlight on Alice and her contribution to the birth of cinema. Impressed By: the tour de force work of costume designer Ruth Carter (a former...

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