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202590 minPGdocumentary

Missing Black Women

202590 minPGdocumentary

Over 90 minutes, the film addresses the crisis of missing Black women and girls in America, a significant issue often overlooked.

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William Eric Anderson

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Over 90 minutes, the film addresses the crisis of missing Black women and girls in America, a significant issue often overlooked.

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William Eric Andersondirector

Moses Isiraojiewriter

Synopsis

Black women and girls disappear across the United States. This documentary investigates the crisis of missing persons cases involving this demographic. It features interviews with families, law enforcement, and community activists. The film discusses systemic issues that contribute to the lack of attention given to these cases. It also addresses the societal impacts of these disappearances. The documentary spans 90 minutes and aims to raise awareness on a pressing issue.

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