Softer
Synopsis
Softer examines the demands of "softening" that are requested of Black women's bodies in society---from job prospects to romantic ones---be that in their voice, their manners, and, critically, their hair. The experimental short plays upon the grooming rituals of softening that are terrifyingly rough through a recreation of a permanent wave machine produced perm (popular in the 1930s-1950s). The short mediates on the historical ways in which Black women have tried to answer this demand on softness through respectable appearance and behavior.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ayanna Dozier
- Original Title
- Softer
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 5m
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Ayanna Dozier
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Ayanna Dozier
Director
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What is Softer about?
Softer examines the demands of "softening" that are requested of Black women's bodies in society---from job prospects to romantic ones---be that in their voice, their manners, and, critically, their hair. The experimental short plays upon the grooming rituals of softening that are terrifyingly rough through a recreation of a permanent wave machine produced perm (popular in the 1930s-1950s). The short mediates on the historical ways in which Black women have tried to answer this demand on softness through respectable appearance and behavior.
Who directed Softer?
Softer was directed by Ayanna Dozier.
Who stars in Softer?
The principal cast of Softer includes Not specified.
When was Softer released and how long is it?
Softer was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 5m.