Black history documentaries netflix
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In celebration of Black History Month, we are highlighting a selection of award-winning independent documentaries that showcase Black stories and voices. These films are available in a variety of streaming and purchase options for schools, non-profits, community organizations, libraries, and corporations. We hope you will utilize these important educational resources year-round to spark critical dialogue in your community or organization! Check out the full collection here.
TIME FOR ILHANis an Emmy® Award-winning documentary that shadows Ilhan and her scrappy group of dedicated campaign staffers throughout the entire campaign’s dramatic uphill battle. A fresh and timely take on the old story of the American Dream, the film offers an inspiring, stereotype-busting portrait of the rise of one of America’s brightest new political stars, and a vision of what is truly possible for women and New Americans in politics today.
Ilhan Omar, a young, hijab-wearing mother of three, takes on two formidable opponents in a highly contested race for a seat in the Minnesota State Legisl
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11 African Documentaries to Watch on Netflix Right Now
It might feel like there’s an overwhelming amount of documentaries across the globe, from narratives about the most mundane to the most enthralling, but real-life stories told with an Afro-centric lens, fixed on African culture and history often remain underrepresented. To help fill that gap, here are 11 documentaries on Netflix worth watching right now. This list ranges from a South African true crime film that investigates the death of a soccer legend, to an archaeological journey through Egypt in search of millennia-old treasures.
‘Elephant’s Dream’ (2014)
Elephant’s Dream is a varied examination of life in the Democratic Republic of the Congo that offers a glimpse into the stories of the workers in some of the country's state-owned institutions. In it, we hear multiple accounts of life in Kinshasa, through the lens of people working at the post office, rail station and fire headquarters. The film, directed by British Belgian filmmaker Kristoff Bilsen, is a departure from the turmoil and physical viol
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12 Free Documentaries And Shows About Black History And Racism In America
The death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police officers on May 25 was a spark that ignited protests against racism and police brutality around the nation—but there was over 400 years’ worth of kindling underneath.
To understand our present, we must understand our past, and that means taking a closer look at the history of racism and injustice against black Americans that lead us to this moment.
Below is a list of documentaries and programs about black American history and the pervasive systemic racism that persists today.
Where to Watch: All of these films are available to stream for free on video.kpbs.org or via the PBS Video app. The PBS Video app lets you stream 4000+ of your favorite PBS shows and local KPBS programs on demand, anytime, anywhere. You can download the PBS Video app on any device where you watch streaming video. PBS Video is available for iOS, Android, Amazon Fire, Roku, Apple TV and more - just check the app store on your favorite device.
Black America Since MLK: A
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