'Hidden Figures' Fans Need to Watch Netflix's New Historical War Drama
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Netflix's newest historical drama 'The Six Triple Eight' is set to captivate fans of 'Hidden Figures' with its inspiring true story of WWII's all-Black, all-female postal unit.
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- Directed by Tyler Perry, the film stars Oprah Winfrey and Chiwetel Ejiofor, promising a powerhouse on-screen duo that'll have Hollywood buzzing.
- Based on the little-known story of the 6888th Postal Directory Battalion, the film shines a light on the unsung heroes who helped clear a massive backlog of mail for American troops overseas.
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Oprah Winfrey, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Netflix, The Six Triple Eight, Hidden Figures