Oscar-winning cinematographer Rachel Morrison makes directorial debut with 'The Fire Inside,' a true story penned by 'Moonlight' writer Barry Jenkins.
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Morrison's film, out Dec. 25 from Amazon MGM Studios, marks the first time she's directed a feature after acclaimed work on movies like 'Black Panther' and 'Mudbound'.
Jenkins, who won an Oscar for 'Moonlight,' wrote the script for 'The Fire Inside' based on the true story of a woman who overcame tragedy to become a champion firefighter - a perfect match for Morrison's cinematic eye.
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Rachel Morrison, Barry Jenkins, Amazon MGM Studios, 'The Fire Inside', 'Moonlight'