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THR: Looking at the most successful movie of the year to feature black talent, The Help, why do you think the film was able to transcend racial boundaries and be both a commercial and critical hit?

Spike Lee: OK, let me ask you a question: Why did Driving Miss Daisy win best picture in 1989? That’s my answer.

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