Let's make this birthday one to remember.

79 years old (Born on March 04, 1946)

Happy Birthday to the legendary Haile Gerima! Another year wiser, and still directing life's greatest scenes with unmatched brilliance. From your groundbreaking masterpiece "Sankofa," which continues to inspire generations, to your pivotal role in shaping the L.A. Rebellion film movement—your cinematic vision remains timelessly powerful.

May this birthday bring you as much joy as you've brought audiences worldwide. Here's hoping your day is filled with laughter, love, and perhaps fewer retakes than usual! Keep shining bright behind that camera; after all these years, you're still our favorite storyteller who never yells "Cut!" on greatness. Cheers to many more reels of success!