The death of George Floyd leaves no one indifferent. While the Black Lives Matter movement has never been so united, it is important to assess the right tools to educate and increase understanding of the fight against racism.
"Let's understand. Let's support" : these are the words published in caption of an Instagram publication on the official Netflix France account. While the death of George Floyd is indignant around the world and the All Lives Matter movement is more campaigning for the fight against discrimination, Netflix wanted to lend its support. Thus, the streaming platform has made a selection of available programs that can help understand and support the fight against racism. Educating, learning, understanding and supporting are values more important than ever at the moment. For you, we decided to come back to this very useful selection of Netflix.
The 13th
With this documentary, Ava DuVerney once again sheds light on racial inequalities. The director immerses spectators in the prison world. The title of this film refers to the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution: it abolished slavery and involuntary servitude in the United States, unless punished for a crime. An abolition which, however, presents some limits within the prison environment. It is an edifying production which highlights a sensitive subject, sometimes taboo, and little known to the general public. A must see.
In their gaze
This film, also directed by Ava DuVerney, recalls the affair of five adolescents in the 80s. A true story revealing how these young black men were accused of rape when they were in reality innocent. They were convicted by a jury on the basis of confessions obtained under duress and, above all, despite the lack of material evidence during the two trials. The prison journey and the reintegration of the five young people are highlighted in this poignant mini-series.
I am not your negro
The documentary I am not your negro is directed by Raoul Peck. He images the prose of the African-American writer James Baldwin with his text "Remember this house." This engaging documentary is an evocation of anti-black racism endemic to the United States. Actor Samuel L. Jackson, and rapper Joey Starr in French, thus reads the text and makes a link between the point of view of the best-selling author and that of the symbols of the anti-racist struggle like Malcom X, Martin Luther King Junior or Medgar Evers.
Dear White People
Fiction also plays an important role in education to combat racist violence. Series Dear White People is a real success. It features Sam White, a young student from the prestigious University of Winchester. Host of a radio program, she sparked controversy within the establishment. Sam denounces it, without taboo, injustices and racial inequalities. Various subjects related to discrimination and racism are thus treated through this flagship series.
L.A. 92: Riots
The documentary L.A. 92 returns to the Rodney King trial with new images. In 1991, a young black man was beaten by the police. A scene of nameless violence that had been filmed. Indignation was so great in the United States that riots took place across the country. Fires are increasing and rage is only increasing. In 1993, a federal trial was finally held: two police officers were sentenced to 30 months in prison. The documentary L.A. 92: Riots is a new approach to this case.
Hello, privilege it's me Chelsea
Hello, privilege it's me Chelsea is a 2019 documentary directed by Alex Stapleton and featuring comedian Chelsea Handler. The star tries to highlight the white privilege which, as a reminder, represents a set of advantages which white people enjoy without being aware of it. The actress thus gives the floor to black and white activists. She brings an innovative look to a delicate subject which is just beginning to be mentioned more and more.
The story of Kalief Browder
This documentary tells the story of a young American, Kalief Browder, who was imprisoned between 2010 and 2013 for allegedly stealing a backpack, without ever having been tried or convicted. A story that seems implausible at first but which, in the end, frees up the word on the injustices and the flaws of the judicial system of the United States. Jay Z, who was a producer on this film, spoke about this disturbing and upsetting story in his eyes: "We are society, we can change everything. Our voices are louder than ever. If everyone in this room thinks 'I don't agree with what happens to a 16 year old', then that will never happen again. It's that simple. "