Fox 20th Century’s upcoming film, “Hidden Figures” is an untold historical story that Pharrell Williams hopes will shed some light on women’s contributions to history and technology. Williams, who composed music for the film, took part in a recent roundtable discussion of songwriters hosted by The Hollywood Reporter. Along with singer-songwriters Alicia Keys, Justin Timberlake, Tori Amos, Sting, John Legend, Williams, Williams discussed an array of topics ranging from their creative process composing music for films to issues affecting America. For Williams, highlighting the three mathematicians’ historical achievements in “Hidden Figures” is long overdue. And I think that this film will be one of many instrumental tools to change not only America’s mind, but the world’s mind.”Amen to that.

Source: Huffington Post November 21, 2016 18:35 UTC