Sharon Lewis

Pioneering the world of Afrofuturism in cinema, director Sharon Lewis was born in 1965 in Toronto, Canada. She has been actively making films since the late 1990s, primarily focusing on experimental and drama genres, with her groundbreaking film "Brown Girl Begins" being her most acclaimed work to date. Although her films have not garnered major festival awards, they are lauded for their unique blend of Afro-Caribbean culture, futuristic themes, and strong female protagonists. Sharon Lewis, with her daring creativity and unapologetic exploration of racial and gender issues, is a beacon of inspiration in the world of film.