In 1955, Emmett Till, a 14-year-old boy, is lynched while visiting his cousins in Mississippi. His mother, Mamie Till Mobley, embarks on a relentless pursuit of justice, determined to expose the racism behind the attack and ensure those responsible are held accountable.
While on a girls' night out, Veronica finds herself transported back in time to a cotton plantation during the Antebellum era. As she tries to figure out how to escape, she must navigate the brutal realities of slavery and confront the horrors of racism.
Set in the Mississippi Delta during the Jim Crow era, Mudbound tells the story of two World War II veterans who return home to work on a farm. The film explores themes of racism, family, and the lasting effects of war. As tensions rise, the characters navigate the complexities of their relationships, ultimately leading to tragic consequences.
The Southerner follows the journey of a family as they try to make a living in the countryside, encountering various challenges such as poverty, malnutrition, and natural disasters. Along the way, they must also navigate relationships and cope with the death of a loved one. Set against the backdrop of cotton farming, the film highlights the harsh realities faced by farmers and migrant workers.
In Pardon Us, a group of inmates, Stan and Ollie, escape from prison and end up posing as a blackface minstrel show to hide from the police. They get involved in various comedic situations, including a prison riot, a rescue from a fire, and smuggling contraband. As they try to navigate their way through these challenges, they form bonds with their fellow inmates and learn valuable lessons about friendship and loyalty.
The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks (2022) is a documentary that reveals the intent behind Parks' activism, her radical politics, and her courage. It delves into her life beyond the historic bus boycott, showcasing the unexpected story of a woman who defied societal norms and fought for civil rights.
On Fertile Lands is a tragic drama set in a village where workers pick cotton. The story revolves around the struggles and tragedies faced by the workers and the impact it has on their lives.
She's a child, a woman and a mother at 14.
A once-wealthy sister and brother rent out their Southern mansion and stay on as cook and butler.
A young street rapper is transported back in time to the pre-Civil War South, where he finds himself in the middle of a slave revolt.
Portrait of a group of 150 U.S. citizens who spent two weeks participating in the cotton harvest in a remote village in Nicaragua, seeing for themselves the impact of the U.S.-backed Contra war.
Created in 1976 by Mort Jordan, a student at Temple University, “Time and Dreams” is a unique and personal elegiac approach to the civil rights movement. The filmmaker has described “Time and Dreams” as a personal journey back to his Alabama home, where he contrasts two societies: the nostalgia some residents have for past values versus the deferred dreams of those who are well past waiting for their time to fully participate in the promise of their own dreams. Through vignettes and personal testimonies, the film portrays Greene County, Alabama, as its people move toward understanding and cooperation in a time of social change.
The Cabin Kids get into trouble hanging out down by the docks. Nothing a little song and dance can't take care of. When their teenage sister receives a marriage proposal, acceptance comes with one small catch.
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