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202121 minPGdocumentary

The Disparity

202121 minPGdocumentary

Community discussions across the United States highlight concerns about racial disparities in Covid-19 vaccination rates and the urgency of addressing them.

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Community discussions across the United States highlight concerns about racial disparities in Covid-19 vaccination rates and the urgency of addressing them.

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Kasey Flynndirector

Dr. Madeline Kelleywriter

Reuben D'Silvacast

Faith Crittendencast

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Citizens engage in discussions about Covid-19 vaccinations in various communities. Interviews reveal concerns about racial disparities in vaccination rates. Filmmakers collect personal accounts and opinions. The 21-minute documentary, released in 2021, seeks to understand the reasons behind these disparities. The narrative unfolds through the voices of everyday people, reflecting the urgency of the vaccination effort amid a public health crisis.

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