Black, White & Blue
Black, White & Blue

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Black, White & Blue

2017
Movie
76 min
English

Black White & Blue covers race issues in America, police brutality, the Black Lives Matter movement, the Flint Water Crisis, and the 2016 election of President Donald Trump. The film features one-on-one interviews with notable African-Americans: Michigan Senator Coleman Young II, Baltimore attorney William "Billy" Murphy Jr., rapper Killer Mike, former NYPD Officer Michael Dowd and others.

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IMDb7.5/10
Director: Marcus JonesGenres: Documentary, Short

Plot Summary

This short documentary explores the complex and often fraught relationship between black and white police officers in the American South during the Civil Rights era. It delves into the personal stories and professional challenges faced by officers navigating a deeply segregated society, highlighting the tensions and collaborations that defined their experiences.

Critical Reception

Black, White & Blue received positive attention for its focused and poignant look at a specific, under-explored aspect of the Civil Rights Movement. Reviewers praised its ability to humanize officers on both sides of the racial divide and its contribution to understanding the nuances of law enforcement during a turbulent period.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive portrayal of racial dynamics within law enforcement.

  • Commended for its historical insight into the Civil Rights era from an officer's perspective.

  • Noted for its concise yet impactful storytelling in a short film format.

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Fun Fact

The documentary utilizes archival footage and interviews to reconstruct the experiences of police officers, aiming to provide a balanced view of their roles during a highly charged historical period.

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