Deep Dive: LA 92 (2017)
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LA 92 is a documentary that chronicles the 1992 Los Angeles riots using entirely archival footage. The film presents a timeline of events leading up to the riots, including significant incidents such as the 1965 Watts Riots, the shooting of Latasha Harlins, and the infamous Rodney King beating. It captures the public reactions from various figures, including President George H. W. Bush and California Governor Pete Wilson, providing context to the societal tensions of the time.
The documentary also features footage from the acquittal of the police officers involved in Rodney King's beating, which sparked the riots. By compiling these historical moments, LA 92 offers a comprehensive view of the racial and social dynamics in Los Angeles during the early 1990s, reflecting on how the past informs the present.
Why Watch
- •See archival footage from the 1992 LA riots.
- •Meet key figures like Rodney King and Bill Clinton.
- •Find out about the Watts Riots in 1965.
Did You Know
•LA 92 premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 21, 2017.
•The film won the Primetime Emmy Award for Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking.
•It has a 96% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 28 reviews.
•The documentary has a duration of 114 minutes.
Perfect For
Documentary enthusiastsHistory buffsSocial justice advocates