"You cannot win an Emmy for roles that are simply not there" - Viola Davis The past couple of years have been triumphant for Black screenwriters and actors when it comes to awards and recognition and appreciation. A fun class tracking a history of film technology and practices that concern Black people, Black skin, and Black culture. How does the exclusion of Black people in front of and behind of the camera impact how they had to dodge social, legal, and political obstacles backed up by film discrimination? We will be viewing parts of some of the most significant advancements in Black film. We will end with a fun, quick, and interactive dialogue writing workshop.