The African American film movement has made tremendous advancements in the film industry since 1924 but there are still many challenges that effect the type of project of African American actors, actresses, directors, writers, and producers. “Slowly rising from ‘atmosphere’ to small ‘bits’ and parts in which he proved his worth and ability, the Negro has finally broken through the shell of apathy and indifference and emerged in the light on the screen” (Haynes, pg. 2) From Gone with the Wind (1939) to The Help (2011), African Americans film enthusiast have fought for acceptance and opportunities in the film industry. Hattie McDaniel was the first African American woman to win an Oscar as the best supporting actress in Gone with the Wind (1939)
