Micheaux

Micheaux is a surname of French origin. It is most notably associated with Oscar Micheaux, a pioneering African-American filmmaker, author, and producer considered one of the most important figures in the history of independent filmmaking and Black cinema.

Notable People with the Surname Micheaux:

• Oscar Micheaux (1884-1951): An American author, film director and independent producer, regarded as the first major African-American filmmaker. He produced over 44 feature films, addressing racial issues and depicting Black life during the Jim Crow era. His works include "Within Our Gates" (1920) and "Body and Soul" (1925).
• Other Individuals: While Oscar Micheaux is the most prominent individual with the surname, other less widely known people may also carry the Micheaux surname. Information about other individuals with this surname would require further research.