Buried News
Rare early-20th century news footage reveals how narratives about race have been used in the U.S. to divide people and maintain power.
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Rare early-20th century news footage reveals how narratives about race have been used in the U.S. to divide people and maintain power.
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Bill Morrison utilizes rare news footage from the early 20th century to illustrate how narratives about race have shaped societal divisions in the United States. The 12-minute documentary draws on historical images to reveal the mechanisms of power that have perpetuated these divisions. Through this archival material, Morrison presents a critical examination of the media's role in influencing public perception and maintaining social hierarchies.
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