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The Blueprint: Ava DuVernay

September 22, 2025 • Assia Micheaux, RCQ Contributors & Guest • Season 1 • Episode 3

Welcome back to Reel Cultured. A space where movies and pop culture collide, and the conversations are always real. Reel Talk. Reel Fun. Reel Cultured.

Welcome to The Blueprint. A brand-new series where we shine a spotlight on the pioneering Black filmmakers who paved the way. The legends who told our stories against all odds, and laid the foundation for today’s creators to thrive.

Episode 3 — Ava DuVernay

From PR to powerhouse, Ava DuVernay didn’t just tell stories — she built an ecosystem for the future of Black film. Her blueprint is activism, ownership, and opening doors.