The Help | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 10, 2011

On this day in 2011, 'The Help' was released widely by Disney’s Touchstone Pictures. The film adapted Kathryn Stockett’s 2009 novel and was set during the civil rights movement in Jackson, Mississippi in 1963. An aspiring author interviews local African American maids about their perspectives on the prominent white families for which they work, exposing the racism and discrimination they face. ‘The Help’ was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Picture, with Octavia Spencer winning Best Supporting Actress for her role. [15 years ago in 2026] Don't miss Daps Magic's official weekly YouTube show Geeks Corner here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAF91C7183BAB676B Visit Daps Magic: https://DapsMagic.com Daps Magic HQ: https://DapsMagic.com/DapsHQ Daps Magic was created by a very special group of Disney Fans who had a dream for a place on the internet where people, young and old, could share their love of Walt Disney and his legacy in a safe and fun atmosphere.