Quote of the day
In England, the profession of the law is that which seems to hold out the strongest attraction to talent, from the circumstance, that in it ability, coupled with exertion, even though unaided by patronage, cannot fail of obtaining reward.
Julie Dash
Born: October 22, 1952 (age 72)
Bio: Julie Dash is an American filmmaker, author and member of the L.A. Rebellion. The film Daughters of the Dust was the first full-length film by an African-American woman with general theatrical release in the United States. Dash is the film's producer, screenwriter, and director.
Known for:
- Daughters of the Dust (1991)
- The Rosa Parks Story (2002)
- Illusions (1982)
- Subway Stories (1997)
- Love Song (2000)