Deep Dive: Copwatch (2017)
Film Lens
Copwatch is a 2017 documentary that focuses on the WeCopWatch group, a collective of activists dedicated to monitoring police activity. The film features key figures such as Ramsey Orta and Kevin Moore, who documented police abuse incidents involving Freddie Gray. It also includes David Whitt, a resident of the apartment complex where Michael Brown was killed, and Jacob Crawford, a co-founder of Copwatch groups inspired by Berkeley Copwatch.
Directed by Camilla Hall, the film captures the efforts of WeCopWatch activists as they work to hold police accountable. Hall describes her film as a call for humanity and community support, urging viewers to take action when witnessing injustice. The film premiered at the 2017 Tribeca Film Festival and became available On Demand on October 6, 2017.
Why Watch
- •Meet Ramsey Orta, who filmed Freddie Gray's police abuse.
- •See the impact of WeCopWatch in real-time.
- •Follow Jacob Crawford's journey in founding Copwatch groups.
Did You Know
•The film premiered at the 2017 Tribeca Film Festival.
•Copwatch holds a 56% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 9 reviews.
•Director Camilla Hall recorded the WeCopWatch activists on the front lines.
•The film has a runtime of 95 minutes.
Perfect For
Activism and social justicePolice accountabilityDocumentary enthusiasts