Tavis Smiley  Viola Davis and Octavia Spencer

The actresses discuss ambivalence some African Americans have on their Oscar nominations. Details

 

Program: Tavis Smiley

Episode: Viola Davis and Octavia Spencer

Viola Davis and Octavia Spencer have a spirited and thoughtful conversation with Tavis about the ambivalence that some African Americans have about their Oscar nominations for playing maids in "The Help".

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Duration: (2:09)
Premiere Date: 02/08/2012
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR


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