Dee Rees

writer, director and poet

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Filmmaker Dee Rees' new film, Bessie, explores the story of the legendary blues performer Bessie Smith.

Dee Rees: Bessie

Filmmaker Dee Rees' new film, Bessie, explores the story of the legendary blues performer Bessie Smith.

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Dee Rees: Pariah

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