Gateway Film Foundation celebrates female talent and empowerment through captivating stories on the big screen, honoring the remarkable contributions of women throughout history.

Countries: Canada, United States
Language: English

About the film:

The remarkable story of legendary music star Aretha Franklin’s journey to find her voice in the midst of the turbulent social and political landscape of 1960s America.

About the filmmaker:

Liesl Tommy is a South African-American director. Primarily known for her stage work, Tommy became the first woman of color to be nominated for the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Play, for directing the Broadway production of Danai Gurira’s Eclipsed. She also guest directed The Walking Dead episode “Chokepoint”.

MAJOR SUPPORT
Ohio Arts Council
Greater Columbus Arts Council
The Columbus Foundation
Campus Partners
National Endowment for the Arts

WITH HELP FROM
G&J Pepsi
WOSU Public Media