Deep Dive: Black Boys (2020)
Film Lens
Black Boys is a 2020 documentary directed by Sonia Lowman that is divided into four sections: Body, Mind, Voice, and Heart. Each section examines the impact of racism on young Black men in America, emphasizing their need for respect and care that has been historically denied. The film features interviews with notable athletes such as Carmelo Anthony and Greg Scruggs, who discuss the commodification of Black men in sports, highlighting the systemic issues they face.
The documentary also addresses educational disparities, revealing that schools with predominantly Black students receive $1,800 less per student in funding. Additionally, it points out that only two percent of educators are Black men, which makes clear the lack of role models for Black youth. Through these narratives, the film seeks to humanize young Black men and bring attention to their experiences.
Why Watch
- •Meet athletes like Carmelo Anthony discussing racism.
- •Find out about funding disparities in Black schools.
- •See the impact of role models on Black youth.
Did You Know
•Schools with mostly Black students receive $1,800 less per student.
•Only two percent of educators in the U.S. are Black men.
•Black Boys won the Public's Choice Award in 2020 at the Montreal International Black Film Festival.
•The film received the Best Documentary Award at the Twin Cities Film Fest in 2020.
Perfect For
Social justice advocatesSports enthusiastsEducation reform supporters