Michaela Coel had wise words for us all. Last night, writer/actor/director Michaela Coel accepted the Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie during the 73rd Emmy Awards. It was the first time a woman of color won such an award. While that's a huge achievement in its own right, what happened on stage was a landmark Emmy speech that should never be forgotten. The Emmys have been dinged for their lack of diversity and resistance to new voices over the years. But last night, when Coel got on stage, it was a win not only for people of color but for artists everywhere. Coel's words were poignant, done within the time, and left everyone marveling. Check out this video clip and read her speech below. Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Monday, 20 September, 2021