Behind the Lens: Celebrating Black Women Filmmakers

For more than 40 years, African American women filmmakers have been shaping the language of cinema — telling stories that reflect truth, power, and perseverance. Their work continues to inspire generations, even if Hollywood hasn’t always given them the recognition they deserve.In honor of Women’s History Month, Val “The Voice” Johnson turns the spotlight away from those in front of the camera to the sisters behind the scenes — the writers, directors, and producers who’ve been redefining what it means to tell our stories on screen.🎧 Tune in for a cinematic celebration of creativity, resilience, and representation as we honor the women whose vision continues to move film — and culture — forward.