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202588 minPGdocumentary

social-inequality racial-justice civil-rights

Hoodwinked

202588 minPGdocumentary

Myths, stereotypes, and misrepresentations significantly impact the lives of modern-era African Americans, as examined by Janks Morton and featured voices like Boyce Watkins and Marc Lamont Hill.

social-inequality racial-justice civil-rights

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Hoodwinked

2025• 88 minPG

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Myths, stereotypes, and misrepresentations significantly impact the lives of modern-era African Americans, as examined by Janks Morton and featured voices like Boyce Watkins and Marc Lamont Hill.

Synopsis

Hoodwinked examines the impact of myths, stereotypes, and misrepresentations on the lives of contemporary African Americans. Featuring insights from prominent figures such as Janks Morton, Boyce Watkins, Ivory Toldson, and Marc Lamont Hill, the film critiques how societal narratives shape perceptions and experiences within the African American community. Directed and produced by Janks Morton, this documentary provides a critical analysis of the cultural and social dynamics that influence identity and representation in the United States.

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