Letitia Wright describes ‘huge burden’ of representation on black artists
Black Panther actor tells of deep sense of responsibility when making directorial debut about effects of knife crime
The actor Letitia Wright has spoken about the “huge burden” of representation for black film-makers telling stories about black lives, as she prepares to unveil her directorial debut.
The 31-year-old Black Panther star stepped behind the camera for Highway to the Moon, a short film inspired by the killing of her friend’s brother and the death of the model Harry Uzoka.
The actor Letitia Wright has spoken about the “huge burden” of representation for black film-makers telling stories about black lives, as she prepares to unveil her directorial debut.
The 31-year-old Black Panther star stepped behind the camera for Highway to the Moon, a short film inspired by the killing of her friend’s brother and the death of the model Harry Uzoka.
- 5/27/2025
- by Aamna Mohdin Community affairs correspondent
- The Guardian - Film News
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