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“Crowned” shines a light on Black women rewriting narratives formed in their earlier years. Through raw, intimate reflections, they reveal how shame targeted at Afro-textured hair has transformed into knowledge, pride, and radical self-love – encouraging audiences to unapologetically embrace themselves in their natural state.
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“Crowned” shines a light on Black women rewriting narratives formed in their earlier years. Through raw, intimate reflections, they reveal how shame targeted at Afro-textured hair has transformed into knowledge, pride, and radical self-love – encouraging audiences to unapologetically embrace themselves in their natural state.
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Chanice Lorde is a Barbadian-born actress and filmmaker based in Halifax. She began by creating comedic content
before training at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and Abeson Studio. Her work spans film, theatre, and commercials, with a focus on amplifying Black and Caribbean stories.
