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Black Star Rising follows the life of U.S. Rep. Barbara Jordan, who overcomes racism and poverty to emerge as one of the most influential African-American politicians of her time – only to have her career cut short by disease and treachery. It is the story of how a Black woman breaks racial and political stereotypes to navigate the world of white male power, and the compromises, sacrifices, and painful decisions that shape her rise, fall, and comeback.
It has been recognized in over 65 film festivals/scriptwriting competitions, earning 12 best screenplay awards.

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