Today, we celebrate the trailblazing work of #filmmakers Oscar Micheaux and officialspikelee in Black #Cinema. The naacp sites Micheaux for being the first “Black American to be shown in white movie theaters, to portray racial injustice suffered by Black Americans, delving into topics such as lynching, job discrimination, and mob violence.” His work paved the way for future generations of Black filmmakers like #SpikeLee who has continued to push the boundaries of #BlackCinema, creating powerful stories that explore the Black experience. #weareSoC #umiami #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #BlackAwarenessMonth #BlackHistory #OscarMicheaux