It is not completely impossible to implement diversity in cinema, the first step is to start behind the scenes. Director Ava DuVernay has openly spoken and tweeted about how easy it is to be diverse if you branch out and include people from different backgrounds. Shonda Rhimes' Grey's Anatomy is living proof that diversity and balance can be achieved. She has a diverse main cast as well as a diverse team of members working behind the scenes and in the production of her show. An event like the Oscars has so much importance and value in Hollywood that it seems like a step backwards towards this development of diversity. Professor Kyle Bass of Syracuse University, who is well versed in African-American theater, said this about diversity issues in film: "There are steps forward, there are steps back, but we are evolving. » Successes and steps are being taken on behalf of the African American community to promote and stimulate this need for diversity and accurate representation in cinema. The American Black Film Festival and BET teamed up in February to celebrate black cinema and reward those who were snubbed at the Oscars. ABFF Founder and CEO said, “Twenty years ago, I created the American Black Film Festival to highlight the rich diversity of talent and achievement. It was born out of my love for film and my desire to ensure that black people get opportunity and equity in all areas of Hollywood. I am truly honored to partner with BET to showcase the work of our most talented artists. These are measures and efforts that are created to uplift and propel the black filmmaking community forward, despite some