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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced the results of the latest Board of Governors election and six members were elected for the first time.

A notable name among the group? Ava DuVernay. READ MORE: Ava DuVernay talks about her traumatizing experiences with police aggression The Oscar-nominated filmmaker behind “13th” and “Selma” will represent the Directors Branch along with two other governors previously elected.

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