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It’s a confrontational film, but never an alienating one, and so much of what’s in it is persuasive.
Full reviewACLU lawyer Jeffery Robinson’s shattering talk on the history of US anti-Black racism is interwoven with archival footage, interviews and Robinson's story, exploring the legacy of white supremacy and our collective responsibility to overcome it.
It’s a confrontational film, but never an alienating one, and so much of what’s in it is persuasive.
Full reviewThe film is guaranteed to leave you questioning why a slaveholder like Andrew Jackson remains on the (US) $20 bill...
Full reviewWho We Are: A Chronicle of Racism in America is a rare 10/10 and required viewing for everyone...
Full reviewWhile Robinson’s lecture is thought-provoking and his living tour of that same history is illuminating... the literal translation of his lecture to screen lacks life...
Full reviewIt’s one man’s answer, eloquent and heartfelt, to the challenge of reframing our discussion of a subject that has us numb from repetition.
Full reviewAn engaging and essential essay film that makes its points clearly, backed by evidence, for those open-minded enough to consider their education incomplete.
Full reviewRobinson is an impressive orator who wants to engage. He sets a tone of openness, of personal exposure...
Full reviewDespite its moving conversations, Who We Are never transcends its lecture format.
Full reviewWho We Are: A Chronicle of Racism in America is available to stream in New Zealand now on Apple TV and Neon Rentals and Academy On Demand and AroVision.
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