Obamas Celebrate End of Hollywood Strikes at 'Rustin' Screening
The biopic, produced by the Obamas' company, highlights the life of civil rights activist Bayard Rustin, with the screening marking the inaugural HBCU First Look Film Festival.
- The Obamas made a surprise appearance at the screening of 'Rustin', a biopic produced by their company, Higher Ground, which tells the story of civil rights activist Bayard Rustin.
- The screening marked the end of the Hollywood actors' and writers' strikes, which Barack Obama celebrated, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the worth and work of these professionals.
- The film was the opening feature of the inaugural HBCU First Look Film Festival, held at the National Museum of African American History and CultureWashington, DC.
- Michelle Obama addressed the audience, highlighting the importance of acknowledging the contributions of civil rights leaders and the need to preserve history against efforts to stifle inclusion.
- Barack Obama spoke about the significance of Rustin's role in American history, stating that without him, he might not have been president, and encouraged the audience to honor Rustin's legacy by striving for true equality.
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