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Ava Duvernay makes history with A Wrinkle in Time

8y By Kwanele Mathebula

Congratulations to Ava Duvernay who is the first black woman to direct a movie that has grossed $100 million (over R1 billion). Ava directed A Wrinkle in Time, a fantasy sci-fi movie that sees a young and her two friends venture into space in search of her father after his mysterious disappearance. The movie is based on a book of the same title by Madeleine L’Engle. Ava shared the exciting news on her social media saying she may be the first but definitely not the last.

Image: Ava Duvernay IG

What an achievement!

SEE PICS: Wrinkle in Time blue carpet premiere

Here’s a look at the trailer.

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