In the face of social and physical resistance, Oscar Micheaux became a self-made director who worked hard to show the world multifaceted representations of African American life. More than 100 years later, his films and message are more powerful than ever. #BlackHistoryMonth | Turner Classic Movies: TCM

Oscar Micheaux (1884–1951) was a pioneering African American author and filmmaker, widely regarded as the first major Black feature filmmaker. He wrote, produced, and directed over 40 films that tackled issues of race, segregation, and Black identity, challenging mainstream stereotypes in early 20th-century cinema. 📚📕✊🏽 📙 Visit our Black History Book Store - https://rebrand.ly/FBBookShop #blackexcellist #blackhistory | Black ExcelList