In QueenAndSlim, lenawaithe, MissJodie, and melinamatsoukas flip the script on Hollywood—and real life—narratives. '[There’s] a different standard we as black people hold ourselves to, and hold each other to, in a way that can be oppressive.' ELLEWIH
Turner-Smith wears jackets and jeans by Chanel. Slingbacks, Christian Louboutin. Matsoukas wears jacket and pants by Kenzo. Corset, Orseund Iris. Boots, Dries Van Noten. Waithe wears blazer and custom pants by Pyer Moss. Sneakers, Nike.America’s myths are written by the victors. So when flashing lights in a rearview mirror end with a black life being taken, the justification of “fearing for one’s safety” can sometimes be enough for a policeman to walk away unpunished.
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