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Cheryl Dunye (/ d uː n ˈ j eɪ /; [1] born May 13, 1966) is a Liberian-American film director, producer, screenwriter, editor and actress. Dunye's work often concerns themes of race, sexuality, and gender, particularly issues relating to black lesbians.
Cheryl Dunye is a Liberian-born filmmaker who has made features, shorts and TV shows. She is known for The Watermelon Woman (1996), a documentary about a black lesbian filmmaker, and for directing episodes of The Equalizer, The Umbrella Academy and Lovecraft Country.
Feb 15, 2018 · In 1996, The Watermelon Woman became the first film to feature a Black lesbian lead—and though sadly this is still a rarity in cinema, Cheryl Dunye’s film is revolutionary while still ...
Jun 28, 2021 · The director of The Watermelon Woman and Lovecraft Country talks about her journey, challenges, and creative vision in this Q&A. She shares how she learned to play the game, created her own opportunities, and explored various genres under the veil of Black queer womanhood.
Jingletown Films is a platform for diverse storytellers and filmmakers founded by Cheryl Dunye, a world renowned director, writer, producer, and queer new wave pioneer. Learn more about the creatives behind Jingletown Films and their projects in film and television.
Jul 8, 2023 · Cheryl Dunye's 1996 debut, The Watermelon Woman, is being added to the Criterion Collection. It's a long overdue honor for the filmmaker who shaped how Black LGBTQ+ stories are told.
Feb 27, 2021 · The Watermelon Woman (1996) is the first US feature directed by an ‘out’ Black lesbian, Cheryl Dunye. It is a subversive and inventive film that challenges the filmic gaze, history and representation of Black lesbians.
