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Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People (1984): Cast

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Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People is a 1984 animated documentary directed by Ayoka Chenzira, starring Carol Jean Lewis as Narrator. It runs 10 minutes.

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Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People (1984) movie poster
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Runtime
10 min
Director
Ayoka Chenzira
Original language
English
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The story

What Is Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People About?

The premise of Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People without spoilers.

An animated satire that examines self‑image among African‑American women in a culture that equates beauty with hair that billows freely. Set to lively music and witty narration, the film lists relaxers, gels and curlers while critiquing prevailing standards. It has become a key work for discussions of racism, African‑American cinema and empowerment.

Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People Themes & Keywords

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  • national film registry
  • hairstyle
  • african american
  • hair
  • satire
  • race relations
  • reference to james brown
  • reference to aretha franklin
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Cast & crew

Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People Cast & Characters

Carol Jean Lewis plays Narrator in Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People. Directed by Ayoka Chenzira.

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More from Ayoka Chenzira

More films directed by Ayoka Chenzira: HERadventure, Alma's Rainbow, Snowfire and Pull Your Head to the Moon: Stories of Creole Women.

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Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People Also Known As

Also known as “Hair Piece: A Film for Nappyheaded People”.

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  • Hair Piece: A Film for Nappyheaded People

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Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People?

Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People runs 10 minutes.

When was Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People released?

Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People was released in 1984.

Who directed Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People?

Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People was directed by Ayoka Chenzira.

More films by Ayoka Chenzira

Who is in the cast of Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People?

Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People stars Carol Jean Lewis as Narrator.

Does Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People have a post-credit scene?

No. Hair Piece: A Film for Nappy Headed People has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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