Colman Domingo's Oscar Nod for 'Rustin' and Impact on Black Queer Hollywood With Dr. Deion Hawkins
In this episode of The Reckoning, we talk to Senior Editor, Dr. Deion Hawkins about the historic Best Actor Academy Award nomination for Colman Domingo, who portrayed Bayard Rustin in the 2023's biopic, ‘Rustn’. This nomination marks the first time an openly Black gay man has been nominated for a role playing a Black gay man from history. We discuss Domingo's career, the significance of this nomination for the LGBTQIA+ community and its representation in Hollywood, and the future of Black queer narratives.
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Video Chapters
00:00 Opening Theme
00:04 Introduction and Welcome
00:06 Colman Domingo's Historic Nomination
00:32 Interview with Dr. Deion Hawkins
00:45 Transition
01:11 Colman Domingo's Impact in Hollywood
03:37 The Significance of 'Rustin' in Current Times
06:25 The Future of Black Queer Filmmakers and Actors
08:19 Predictions for Black Queer Representation in Hollywood
10:18 Conclusion and Farewell
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Johnnie Ray Kornegay III (aka Jay Ray) serves as Deputy Director of Strategy and Impact for The Counter Narrative Project (CNP), an organization committed to countering narratives and speaking truth to power. In addition, he is co-host and producer of the podcast Queue Points, a visual podcast where he and his co-host, DJ Sir Daniel, inform and celebrate Black Music creatives through meaningful dialogue.
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