Why Should You Read Sci-fi Superstar Octavia E. Butler?

The read

It runs a compact 5m.

Synopsis

Much science fiction features white male heroes who blast aliens or become saviors of brown people. Octavia E. Butler knew she could tell a better story. She built stunning worlds rife with diverse characters, and brought nuance and depth to the representation of their experiences.

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Key crew

• Ayana JamiesonScreenplay
• Moya BaileyScreenplay
• Tomás Pichardo-EspaillatDirector

Cast

• Christina GreerNarrator (voice)