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Origin
The world is turning, the worst in humanity is coming to pass. No one knows what's going on, but speculations goes on. Single mother Brittany struggles in her everyday life, trying to balance raising her children and being a nurse. Dedicated to both she is always making sacrifices. As she gets ready to go to work at a nearby hospital, strange things start happening a little to close to home. People are getting sick with a highly contagious virus of unknown origin that turns people into aggressive killers. The hospital is packed and as the hours go by, the disease progresses until the hospital becomes the epicenter. Brittany barely escapes with her life, and with the help of a small group of patriots, she must fight her way back home and rescue her young children if they are still alive.
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Plot Summary
Origin is a powerful documentary that explores the history of racial injustice in the United States. It traces the roots of systemic inequality from slavery through the Jim Crow era and into the modern day. The film highlights how past atrocities continue to shape contemporary society and the ongoing struggle for civil rights.
Critical Reception
Origin was widely acclaimed by critics for its comprehensive historical overview and its urgent social commentary. Reviewers praised Ava DuVernay's masterful direction and the film's ability to connect historical events to present-day issues. Audiences were moved by its unflinching look at racial inequality and its call for continued activism.
What Reviewers Say
A deeply moving and essential examination of America's racial history.
Ava DuVernay delivers a compelling and thought-provoking documentary.
Highlights the enduring legacy of slavery and its impact on modern society.
Google audience: Audience reviews consistently praise the film for its educational value and its powerful, emotional impact. Many found it to be a crucial watch for understanding contemporary racial dynamics in America. Some noted its length but felt it was justified by the depth of the subject matter.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature, Won the Peabody Award, Won the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Directing in a Documentary/Nonfiction Program.
Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Origin,' refers to the concept that current societal issues stem from historical injustices, particularly those rooted in the institution of slavery.
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