Sanaa Lathan, Lynn Whitfield, Haifaa Al-Mansour And Tracey Bing Discuss Netflix's 'Nappily Ever Afte

In "Nappily Ever After" Violet Jones has a seemingly perfect life and a high-powered job, an eligible doctor boyfriend and a meticulously maintained, flawless coiffure. But after a life-changing event doesn't go according to her plan, and a hair-raising incident at the hairdresser, her life begins to unravel. Eventually, Violet realizes that she was living the life she thought she was supposed to live, not the one she really wanted. Sanaa Lathan, Lynn Whitfield, director Haifaa Al-Mansour and producer Tracey Bing stopped by to discuss the powerful Netflix Original film.
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[@tashawilliams5608]

This Movie needed to be a series! It was really good.

[@staciaparkes4998]

I agree

[@baderinwa1]

Sanaa is strikingly beautiful wearing her natural hair.

[@kaynone1726]

That green is popping!!

[@celibatenlovinit1811]

kieona allen Indeed, that green is!!😊

[@angeliaimeanttoloveyouharr8404]

Kieona Allen right...it caused me to look at the video...now I'm going to head to netflix and watch the movie 😂😂bvs

[@pamela7651]

I agree. the green is lovely

[@genevievemarie9427]

Sanaa is so beautiful and she had a perfect shape of head to pull off a shaved head!

[@genevievemarie9427]

Lynn Whitfield looks like she had Botox injections in her face!

[@Queenbelieveit]

Ms. Lynn looks wonderful she is definitely aging like wine.

[@syckindahead]

IKR

[@rekeya]

Yes!!! I LOVE HER SOOOO MUCH!

[@CBrown9758]

U read my mind that's that chocolate going with the wine.

[@Trista1983]

Sanaa is so pretty! She has a unique look.

[@ValarieCole]

Trista Overby exactly

[@KCNwokoye]

Sanaa looks 20yrs younger. She looks absolutely alive and stunning!

[@denisedenisehuxtable4183]

KC Nwokoye Right?

[@Moon-Marie]

Yes she does!

[@lastdays3148]

KC Nwokoye,one word for your Dapper Style Sir. { ELEGANT}

[@dolcegabanna1878]

Of course black women age so well

[@vernellharris5278]

It's good to see mature talented women talk and not outshine each other. I really enjoyed this show.

[@Queen_of_Kingz]

The young Vi & the pool scene took me back. I remember this happening to me.....with a different setting of course! I had just got my hair straightened & went to the pool with my cousins. I decided to jump in cause I wanted to have fun & honestly forgot all about my hair. When I realized I had ruined my hair.....my aunt made me feel as though my mom was gonna kill me so that was the longest ride home. Lucky for me, when my mom saw my hair.....she laughed & just rewashed & fixed it for church the next day. Because of that moment I've always been comfortable with doing anything to my hair.....because I knew it was JUST HAIR!

[@mariamin272]

She is so beautiful with any hair, style or length....wow

[@t-naynay9409]

Loved It!!! As a "white" girl (Irish, Romanian and whatever the hell else I am) I think your hair is FABulous!!! Have fun with it ....it grows back : ) praise God LOVE yourself no matter what...We are ALL God's children, Amen!

[@lastdays3148]

Awe your comment was beautiful and thank you madam.

[@maxinelepak1006]

Amen

[@terricaldwell2841]

Your reply is simply beautiful T-nay nay! ; )

[@brendagray9296]

Lovely T. That's uncalled for. As a black woman, God made us all.

[@fateeblue4270]

@@lovelyt.3392 racist ass bitch

[@worklifebalance6280]

Some of the older generation do not like natural hair. My last relaxer was September 1999, and I started January 2000 with a small TWA. I had long hair but it was thin and wanted to get the hair I had as a child back, a black older coworker called me out one day and was Like”when are u going to perm your hair” It has been 18 years and I have cut several times, colored etc and still natural today. I love my hair and passing this love of your hair in its natural state on to my 14 year old daughter as well.

[@theronedawson3236]

Work Life Balance I know back in the late 60's and during the 70's Sistas were waring their hair natural with the across and corn rolls. White women were trying to copy the afro and corn rolls.

[@mariastewart8810]

Me too! And I haven't looked back since 😗😚

[@taylorlee3850]

JasMarlena1 Yes, but there were many women during that time period that didn't have any love for the TWA back then either. I know because I lived back then and there were many Sistas that gave me grief for wearing a fro. Hey, to each their own. People should be allowed to make their own choices.

[@Queen_of_Kingz]

My mother-in-law's mother tried to make me feel so ugly for having natural hair. My natural hair is really thick & coarse......& I stand proud in who I am. Though she made me NEVER wanna visit her again....she did not sway me on my hair. I believe I'm beautiful however I wear my hair but my natural hair is me & I love it! 😝

[@MsMarla]

Powerful

[@SecondTake123]

This is an interesting movie! I love Lynn Whitfield and Sanaa Lathan!

[@mariastewart8810]

IKR. Two of my favorite blacktresses.

[@emeraldkaysgarden]

when most black people wake up and realize "European beauty" was a counter to our natural beauty...the object of the game is confusion. Melanin ppl are God's gift to the world. we are 👑💓👑Greatness. Knowledge of self is very important.💓

[@nartarsharobinson635]

Yes, so true!

[@ThrivewithJesus]

Kay Hay ... agree with every words in this comment

[@kreyolqueen2279]

European standard of beauty is distorted, ugly and boring.

[@nartarsharobinson635]

@@AT-Zipporah I'm checking out your website, I live in New Haven. I'm gonna have my niece check your website as well

[@Lala-ht8ps]

All people are a gift from God , sis not just people of color. It's ony a device the Satan uses against mankind and a lot of people fall for it, what the devil sitting, and laughing saying gotcha!.

[@carmelcapicorn8452]

U wear confidence. That's what look good on u. 💇💅👓

[@RetroDimeDiva]

Sanaa Lathan is one of my favs!! Naming my future daughter after her, such a pretty name

[@Brownie8986]

It absolutely is a pretty name but besides naming your child after a celebrity it's better you fall in love with the meaning which is even more beautiful. It means "work of art" in Swahili.

[@RetroDimeDiva]

Yes absolutely! I fell in love the meaning once I researched

[@sandysunrise9618]

And Sanaa is just that!!!!!

[@mariereeder3635]

Lynn's dress is BOMB!!

[@carolynjohnson1859]

Marie Reeder

[@ceeceeclarke6130]

Nappily everafter for 25 years....Im naturally beautiful YES!

[@lulal4869]

She shaved her hair for that movie👍💝👏

[@katlark]

Wow Lyn Whitfield really loved that role. You can tell how excited she was about it compared to other interviews for the work I’ve seen her do! Loved how liberating this movie was and made me feel! It’s a good reference us black women can refer our friends and even significant others who need a little understanding on the subject of our hair!

[@phamilyhair]

This was a positive, uplifting discussion about black womanhood, womanhood, hair, aging wonderfully and believing in our beauty. Very powerful! Thank you!

[@onyamark2932]

First comment!!! Wow and from a black man... Drop another clue's Bomb for these beautiful (Inside and out) black sista's. I can't wait to see this film. Congrats ladies!!! 🍾🥂

[@onyamark2932]

@@AT-Zipporah That's awesome Alicia!!! God bless you on your dreams and ambitions.

[@charleneshappyplace6339]

I saw the Film last night. It was Beautiful my Daughter and I watched it. I have done it all to my hair and I understand the struggle. My Daughter likes her Natural look and I do as well. I hope that all Mothers and Daughters watch this movie together its all about self Love. More Movies like this needs to be made.. 💖💖

[@ValarieCole]

Hope you enjoyed the film- it was indeed amazing and so “real life”

[@DeeDiamond2981]

One of the best interviews ever.. I have to see ur movie now.. Love u Lynn and Sanaa

[@Nicole-vx1pv]

The interviewer was the best I've EVER seen! Well done young lady! Very knowledgeable, very well versed on each of the women background, knew how to pronounce each name correctly, didn't sound robotic & scripted, no dead air moments, it just flowed. Learned a lot from this interview simply by the questions you asked. Thank you! My daughter is getting into journalism & so I will archive this interview as a point of reference. Again Great Job & continued success.

[@Daisylove83]

Soooooooo true can't look young with a bitter spirit!

[@chosen2serve1]

Daisylove83 omg... well said 💕

[@londa8393]

They should make Nappily Ever After into a cartoon series!!!!!

[@sugamama9444]

I need that dress Lynn Whitfield

[@innocentspectator2678]

I love that the screen writer is from Saudi Arabia..To knw that.. makes this movie even more meaningful..Im a black woman & yes I completely identify I decided to wear dread locks( best decision I ever made) ..But as a woman this movie make me feel even more powerful!

[@diouranke]

yes and interestingly , her last big movie, some thing new was directed by a Moroccan woman

[@MrIchigo66]

@@diouranke director from saudi not morocco

[@Hasna256]

@@MrIchigo66 No the film 'Something new' is directed by a Moroccan-American woman

[@mitchikoparrish4646]

The writer wrote this beautiful story. THANKS THANKS THANKS!

[@LM-tf9ij]

Proud to see Haifa Almansour 🇸🇦💜 and I have always loved Sanna and her movies 💜

[@ValarieCole]

I came strictly for Lynn Whitfield 👏👏👏👏👏👏 AMAZING movie 🎥 though ... it indeed was / is REAL LIFE “moments”... in black culture

[@nitarhodes6525]

Can't wait to watch this film. Lynn Whitfield is so exuberant and full of life. I would love to hangout with her! 😁

[@kdubkdub4362]

WOW is ALL I can say. I am 47 years old and "had" ALWAYS been attached to my long hair. No more. I will cut my hair in a split second. I will shave my HUGE afro whenever I feel like it. As India Arie said I am not my hair. I'm not even "that" attractive but I am kind. And I look forward to showing that kindness, respect, compassion, empathy, and genuine love to others daily and for as long as I walk this earth. Therefore, I am beautiful. Look within.... that's REALLY what matters. ❤ I cannot wait to see this movie! Kudos!

[@dw3675]

Lovely statement😊

[@CopperHueCollectionsChippewa]

So are you saying that this statement does not apply to women who have hair down their backs?

[@MsABee1]

The movie was cute. I did enjoy it. I have been proudly and happily wearing my hair in its natural state for over 9 years now.. and with that stated I had a lot of empathy for the character because I understand the ways we as black women have been conditioned to feel about our natural hair. I can see how this movie can be a great learning tool for many women who are still in that mental stage of not loving their natural hair. I am certain this movie will spring upon a few new twa... and with that I say to those women Welcome home sister! Black women are beautiful, our natural hair is beautiful. Embrace the process!

[@laurenwatson5542]

We black women need to embrace our natural hair. I’ve cut my hair bald so many time and it fits me so well

[@tashawilliams5608]

Lauren Watson me too and I 😍

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

Why do you have to be bald?

[@nettelove2283]

I love the concept of this movie, I just wish the participants of this interview as well as the interviewer were all sporting their natural hair, not just the leading actress of Nappily Ever After, Sanaa Lathan.

[@czarinaczar]

I'm with you on this. Plus the interviewer has a really bad one that screams "it's a wig".🙈

[@apriljohnson7447]

Yeah me too. It's the first thing i noticed

[@psychemmm]

I dont think the movie is about natural hair as much as it is about loving yourself. No matter how you style your hair

[@droosyg252]

psychemmm exactly that. We must go beyond the surface to get the real message. Well-stated, psychemmm

[@Whycee54]

I have had perms, braids, weaves, natural, wigs etc. You know what? I am not my hair. I keep it a 1/8th inch. When I want more, I wear a wig. They are now finding out how many toxic chemicals are in black hair care products so natural/gray is it until the end. If I want hair, I will wear my wigs. Enough is enough. I loved this movie! Just think of all the suffering we have done to ourselves over trying to keep European standards.

[@lasonyajohnson3270]

Vonnie C I Felt The Same Way About The Chemicals So I Did The Short Chop !!!!

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

Why do people think natural hair equals twa? Your hair will still grow in its natural state.

[@JRose-ub3hd]

I hope she keeps her hair like that, she looks absolutely beautiful!

[@TheMspoodle2]

I love Sanaa and her natural hair brings out her true beauty.😘😄😘😄

[@shebehot1]

LOVE LOVE LOVE 💜💜💜 QUEENS 👑👑 #NappilyEverAfter is a Truly BEAUTIFUL Movie. 🍿🎥 Thank You🙏🏼 Fierce Women 🔥🔥

[@kimbachapman9856]

What’s crazy is that this is something that happens with a lot of people in different cultures they all straighten there hair

[@tavoncabos4805]

I loveeeee when Brittany interviews , her passion is so genuine and never feels forced . I seen the trailer for the movie before and wasn't interested in watching really but after this interview I'm sold .

[@apriljohnson2441]

very nice interview beautiful women I can't wait to watch Nappily Ever After This Friday getting my popcorn ready!

[@apriljohnson7447]

Yeah i can't wait. Hey April lol

[@apriljohnson2441]

Hi LOL

[@queenofthesouth4205]

I love my SISTERS!!! #BLACKGIRLSROCK

[@sharonwls5173]

Omg! I ❤️this movie!!! I Laughed, cried - was all in my feelings. It’s not just about hair but also about learning to love yourself❤️

[@HairAffairbyElle]

Righ! So much deeper than the hair. I love that Black women can pull off soooo many looks. For me hair is like a scarf shoes or purse. It pulls the look together. I love my beautiful coils natural 10 years and when traveling I love wigs. Took 4 to Vegas and enjoyed every look. It was ...it IS fun! I love my Chaka Khan twist out. We are so bomb. I think we should embrace this aspect to...just being a girl who wants faux locs, dreads, long hair, pixie, cornrows waistlenghth...they copy us.

[@stevenbohler]

Black women around the world should go natural. Natural is beauty

[@lastdays3148]

Yes Natural is Beautiful.

[@lindaross3966]

Black women are so beautiful, especially when they are on the inside

[@mosaabdullah7256]

I have just watched the movie, and honestly saying it is perfect from A to Z. Thanks to the director she nailed it totally.

[@lizet3more]

I would have loved if miss whitfield would have been included a wee bit more in this interview and also given the same level of respect in her introduction as shes been acting for such a long time

[@hebahmuhammad8607]

I loved this movie so much !!! You go Haifa al mansour !!! All love from your home country Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦

[@nakialindsey5684]

Sanaa is breathtaking 💖 and yes we are beautiful in our NATURAL STATE. About time ⏰ NETFLIX have a movie that is meaningful and one we all can relate to. 👏I can't wait to view the movie 🎥 great interview.

[@farisasmith7109]

I think we as women need to love ourselves as well as their hair. Hair should be looked at as jewelry to uses to enhance ourselves. As long as we are healthy it shouldn't matter. We are women , and we are enough.

[@lhamilton6041]

High 🖐🏽 For all of the women embracing their natural hair oh And dog lovers..lol Congratulations TRACY BING..perfect timing, perfect cast!! SANAA (btw, hbd) and LYNN ...I’m totally girl crushing right now!!..😍

[@jamiliahrivera5986]

Auntie Lynn is so classy and REAL

[@FEMI9INEOracle]

Beautiful panel!!! Sanaa and Lynn don’t age at all!!! 😇😍👑

[@goodvibes9050]

I just watched this movie Sunday n i gave it five stars!!!! It came just in time cause I am 8 months natural!!!

[@summerd2756]

I’d like to comment on the love interest massaging her head. I had a Middle Eastern love interest. I had been wearing braid extensions. when he saw me after I had taken the braids out, he went crazy!!! He touched my hair and he was so passionate and excited about the texture of my hair, it was a beautiful moment... that scene reminded me of that experience🌷🌷

[@czarinaczar]

❤️

[@louisestyles879]

The 2 beautiful starlets; Lynn Whitaker and Lathan look so amazing with their beautiful natural hair and it is wonderful of them to be in such an iconic movie such as: Nappily Ever After. They make me proud that they helped to break down barriers of narrow concepts of beauty.

[@MoneyStory52]

I have always enjoyed a good scalp massage. Black men have to learn how to love/make love to black women with natural hair.

[@sheabutterMama]

Wonderful interview about female empowerment! I must admit that, as a black woman of a certain age, the title of the movie was a bit off-putting. After watching this interview I will make it a point to see this movie. thanks for yet another thought and conversation provoking dialog.

[@kdeans1000]

Haifaa thank you for your vision!!!

[@raineyj560]

I have locs but I loved my short hair when I had it and wouldn't hesitate to go back. I love the feel of locs, like no other

[@mindylittle1206]

I went natural 3yrs ago loving it. I was so tired of seeing black women with long crazy looking fake hair, that was a wake up call for me.

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

What do you think of REAL long natural hair?

[@allthingscynthia3834]

Cant wait to watch this tonight!!!

[@AntoinetteMPetty]

I absolutely loved this interview and the movie is get in your heart beautiful. Thank you all so much. Please continue to bless us all

[@danielledefreitas2021]

I so hate that I didn't watch this Friday night. I remember seeing the previews and almost being in tears because I am that girl. I will be watching tonight and re-watching with my fiancé over the weekend. Cannot wait to get off of work!

[@Queenbelieveit]

I can't wait to see this movie! I've been natural for over 5 years and encouraged my sista to go natural a few years ago and she cut off all her long hair just like that. I also am encouraging my daughter never to relax her beautiful long curly hair. It's good to love yourself first and to pour some into others. Sanaa looks great ! Any style looks nice on her. Great movie for woman....

[@sandysunrise9618]

Sanaa Lathan makes it all worth while to watch and enjoy this delightful movie!!!!!

[@45Dre]

I love the director

[@KyloRen4238]

Happy birthday Sanaa Lathan. UR very beautiful. I love Family Guy, The Cleveland Show, Now U See Me 2 and Alien VS Predator. U were amazing. Love u. I support u. May the Peace be with u Sanaa Lathan. From Harlingen Texas. September 19, 1971 September 19, 2021 through September 19, 3021

[@syckindahead]

27:40 as a person with a "5 head", I love examples of others who wear it well and Madame Whitfield always looks regal, no matter the hairstyle

[@SoSoBradley23]

Loved this interview.

[@TRESA4MEN]

I'm loving love Sanna hair....so beautiful...She has a beautiful face and spirit out of this world...I cut my hair also

[@cindyrobinson3749]

Loved watching this film. Excellent job.

[@michelle6694]

It’s really awesome to hear the older generation embrace natural beauty and not down play it. I’ve been natural since 2009 and my mother and I went natural around the same time, however she struggles a great deal presenting herself wearing her natural hair, so wigs have become her best friend. If I wear mine out which is most of the time, or in a twist out my mom would say, “it should be well defined or it didn’t turnout right, and I’m like, but the frizzy texture is what I love!!🤦🏽‍♀️😳😂

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

Sanaa Lathan is not old.

[@hopelee9917]

Just saw the movie good conversation piece

[@izzyb9658]

Powerful movie! Message received!!!

[@styl_propr]

Great interview & soooooooo necessary & can't wait to see this film..... Beautiful Women of color in various hues, Love it!

[@user-yg6um6fe6m]

Us Saudi women are so proud of Haifaa and she’s a true inspiration 💕💕🇸🇦

[@blurose9648]

This movie was spot on. I loved it! Sanaa is so beautiful with the buzz cut.

[@regale1995]

Yes I have watched this movie twice also Friday and Saturday!!

[@60sAmethyst]

I can't wait to see this movie, it looks really good!! Always loved Sanaa Latham.👍🏿👍🏿

[@momo37able]

Wonderful interview, love the ladies in "Green"🤗

[@NYMahogany]

Just saw the movie last night. It was awesome! The message was so beautiful. Me & my daughter are natural. I been natural since 2011. She is 11 & never had a relaxer. She absolutely loves her hair and I am happy that she does. My daughter goes to a school w/many other races & they are fascinated by her hair. Always asking to touch it & what not. I made sure I was an example of out of the box beauty for her to see on a regular basis. Sanaa & Lynn look flawless.

[@lindaanderson2665]

I loved the movie and so did my m-n-l! Congrats ladies!!!!!

[@jennifer97363]

Beautiful movie; beautiful, empowering message.

[@lisahil4885]

Awesome movie Lynn and sanaa killed it

[@reneereese7268]

I just watched!!!!! Awesome movie!!!!!

[@Lyric4L]

Such a powerful movies, I need to see this immediately! Also, the interviewer is excellent!

[@amore6206]

I enjoyed this interview. Well done. Still have to see the movie. That man in the movie is gorgeous. (The one she ends up with later or dates)

[@sparkleinyoureyes8259]

Great audience questions.

[@87883]

I Loved this Movie and My Husband said it's one of the best he has seen and a while with a great message!! Should have been in the theater!!

[@toyabonilla5595]

The lady interviewer got skills

[@Tritonprince]

I love Lyn and Sana’a acting and personality. You go ladies. I’m in love. Thank you. ❤️❤️💐💐

[@bbell1219]

This was a great discussion with four REAL women. 👏👏👏

[@zan752000]

This is one of my favorite books. I wish that the world could see more natural hair promoted, like the Pantene Gold series.

[@JenJHayden]

??? which one?

[@GospelGal81]

I love her natural style, it looks beautiful on her!

[@indiesindie1984]

Such beautiful, smart, and strong women! I loved this movie!

[@juicylala926]

Movie was amazing... Loved it...

[@owancejackie]

Sanaa and Lynn looks Fabulous.