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Time of Essence
TV-14
2023
Documentaries
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Chapter One: The 1970s

Season 1, Episode 1

: At the dawn of the '70s, as Black women yearn for representation in media and politics, Essence magazine is born. During this turbulent era, while there are wars on the outside for the soul of America, there are also battles taking place within Essence.

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Time of Essence
TV-14
2023
Documentaries
Change Makers

Chapter One: The 1970s

Season 1, Episode 1

: At the dawn of the '70s, as Black women yearn for representation in media and politics, Essence magazine is born. During this turbulent era, while there are wars on the outside for the soul of America, there are also battles taking place within Essence.

Plans start at $9.99/month.

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Time of Essence
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Time of Essence

This documentary series highlights the ways Essence has informed and reflected Black culture in America over the past 50 years with firsthand commentary from the icons and trailblazers, never-before-seen footage and exclusive behind-the-scenes moments.

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Chapter One: The 1970s
1. Chapter One: The 1970s

At the dawn of the '70s, as Black women yearn for representation in media and po...

Chapter Two: The 1980s
2. Chapter Two: The 1980s

In the '80s, Essence works to portray Black women accurately, fighting the "welf...

Chapter Three: The 1990s
3. Chapter Three: The 1990s

In the '90s, Black women are embracing their power, and Essence is soaring. But ...

Chapter Four: The 2000s
4. Chapter Four: The 2000s

In the 2000s, Black women are driving culture, but a takeover by Time Inc. begin...

Chapter Five: The 2010s to the Future
5. Chapter Five: The 2010s to the Future

In the 2010s, Essence is buried in a sea of Time Inc. publications, and the comp...

Season 1, Episode 1 - Chapter One: The 1970s

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2023

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TV-14

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