Too Black for TV
Originally released in 2016. Too Black for TV is a documentary film. directed by Barney Lankester-Owen. At just 10 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Nayara Justino thought her dreams had come true when she was selected as the Globeleza carnival queen in 2013, after a public vote on one of Brazil's biggest TV shows. But some regarded her complexion to be too dark to be an acceptable queen. Nayara and her family wonder what this says about racial roles in modern Brazil.
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- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Too Black for TV about?
Nayara Justino thought her dreams had come true when she was selected as the Globeleza carnival queen in 2013, after a public vote on one of Brazil's biggest TV shows. But some regarded her complex...
Who directed Too Black for TV?
Too Black for TV was directed by Barney Lankester-Owen.
How long is Too Black for TV?
Too Black for TV has a runtime of 0 hours and 10 minutes (10 minutes total).
When was Too Black for TV released?
Too Black for TV was released on March 30, 2016 in theaters.