“Omaha”: Innocence Broken by Economic Injustice
Omaha reminds us of what it can feel like to look at old family photographs. You sit with the bittersweetness, allowing it to wash over you; not drowning in it, but certainly affected by it.

Pascal, a 45-year-old divorcee, leads a remote and outlandish life. Today is the birthday of his son. Pascal mounts on his moped accompanied by his dog and sets out to find a birthday present.
Omaha reminds us of what it can feel like to look at old family photographs. You sit with the bittersweetness, allowing it to wash over you; not drowning in it, but certainly affected by it.
Netflix takes some liberties in its portrayal of Madame CJ Walker, a trailblazing Black entrepreneur.
Overall, 18 Presents feels more like a soap opera than a drama, and I feel bad for saying that since the concept is based off a tragic story (even though it’s loosely). I’m sure other people will find this film emotional for them, but as for me, it’s bland and forgettable.
The sequel to the first film, A Second Chance: Rivals! talks about Maddy combating cyberbullying and racism.
An Indonesian film that brings strong representation of Asian descent in this heart-warming tale of a woman and her dog.
This list was made with the intention of celebrating the craft. I love seeing more women of colour on this list than before and more newcomers on the scene as well!