Octavia Spencer on 'Ma' and the Rise of Black Women in Horror
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The Oscar-winner explained how roles are evolving for Black women in the horror genre and how she broke away from stereotypes with "Ma'"
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Octavia Spencer on 'Ma' and the Rise of Black Women in Horror
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Octavia Spencer on 'Ma' and the Rise of Black Women in Horror
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Angelique Jackson - Page 114 - Variety
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Angelique Jackson - Page 114 - Variety
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Angelique Jackson - Page 114 - Variety
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Angelique Jackson - Page 114 - Variety
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Octavia Spencer on 'Ma' and the Rise of Black Women in Horror
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Octavia Spencer on 'Ma' and the Rise of Black Women in Horror