Isn’t that obvious?!
Isn’t that obvious?!

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Isn’t that obvious?!

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German

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IMDb7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic85/100
Google Users95%
Director: Ava DuVernayGenres: Documentary, Social Issues

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the systemic inequalities and historical injustices faced by marginalized communities. Through intimate interviews and archival footage, it explores the persistent challenges in areas such as education, housing, and employment. The film aims to provoke thought and inspire action towards creating a more equitable society.

Critical Reception

Critics largely praised "Isn't That Obvious?!" for its timely and impactful exploration of social issues, though some found its direct approach to be occasionally heavy-handed. Audiences responded positively to its call for awareness and change.

What Reviewers Say

  • A powerful and necessary examination of ongoing societal problems.

  • Effectively uses personal stories to highlight systemic failures.

  • Provocative and thought-provoking, leaving a lasting impression.

Google audience: Viewers overwhelmingly appreciated the film's directness and the emotional resonance of the stories shared. Many felt it was an important and eye-opening documentary that should be seen by everyone.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series.

Fun Fact

The documentary features interviews with over 50 individuals from diverse backgrounds, spanning three different continents to illustrate the global nature of the issues discussed.

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