(It was written and directed by white director Tate Taylor and based off the novel by white author Kathryn Stockett.) "Stories are a gateway to radical empathy and the greatest ones are catalysts for action." Here are a handful of powerful, essential, masterful films and shows that center Black lives, stories, creators, and / or performers. More: https://t.co/9uJr4jrxZA pic.twitter.com/T9SYRTdGZf Bryce Dallas Howard (@BryceDHoward) June 8, 2020Viola Davis, who was Oscar-nominated for her performance in the film, previously spoke about regret she's felt over starring in The Help. I just felt that at the end of the day, it wasnt the voices of the maids that were heard.