Strong Island

Documentary

2017, Movie, 1h 47min

Examining the violent death of the filmmaker’s brother and the judicial system that allowed his killer to go free, this documentary interrogates murderous fear and racialized perception, and re-imagines the wreckage in catastrophe’s wake, challenging us to change.

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6.4

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8.5

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Critic Charlie Phillips

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...a documentary that works both as a reality check for conservatives and a complacency check for liberals.

Read full review at The Guardian

Critic Jacob Andersen

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...er mest interessant som sorgstudie. Sorgen som noget, der aldrig hører op, men blot manifesterer sig på nye måder hver dag.

Read full review at Soundvenue

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Strong Island is a powerful documentary that delves into the brutal murder of filmmaker Yance Ford's brother, William, a young African-American teacher who was killed by a white mechanic in New York. The film examines the judicial system that allowed the killer to go free, highlighting issues of racialized fear and perception. Through a intimate exploration of family, grief, and injustice, Strong Island challenges viewers to confront their own biases and demand change. Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.

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You can stream Strong Island on: Netflix

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