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The Color Line Diaries

The Color Line Diaries explores the untold facets of the Black experience across the southern U.S. and in Ghana.

Series

Independent Lens

Premiere Date

September 10, 2026

Length

5 episodes x 10 minutes

Funding Type

Co-Production, Development

A woman with long braids and a wide-brimmed hat smiles outdoors on a street lined with parked cars, captured in black and white.

Asha Stuart

Producer/Director

Asha Stuart is a filmmaker dedicated to exploring sociocultural themes, with a focus on marginalized communities, environmental challenges, and women’s rights. She has filmed in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. Her work has been featured by National Geographic, CNN, PBS, TIME, and other leading platforms.