This government-produced short subject does a very effective job of combatting discrimination in the workplace, as the title character is the first Black woman hired by a private firm, in order to comply with government regulations regarding equal opportunity employment (re: companies with government contracts).
Gail Fisher, a memorable performer in her subsequent co-starring role on TV's "Mannix" series, brings subtlety to the central role, and talented character actors like Ed Asner and Ford Rainey are foreceful among the firm's management. Dialog is sharp, and the underlying issue of persistent racism is presented forcefully.
Surprise in the end credits is that Richard Nixon (as vice president) was in charge of this inforemational film series.
Gail Fisher, a memorable performer in her subsequent co-starring role on TV's "Mannix" series, brings subtlety to the central role, and talented character actors like Ed Asner and Ford Rainey are foreceful among the firm's management. Dialog is sharp, and the underlying issue of persistent racism is presented forcefully.
Surprise in the end credits is that Richard Nixon (as vice president) was in charge of this inforemational film series.