Skip to main content

Deep Dive: The Uncomfortable Truth (2018)

Play Trailer

Film Lens

The Uncomfortable Truth
The film examines the 400-year history of institutional racism in America, focusing on the filmmaker Loki Mulholland's personal connection to this history. Mulholland confronts the uncomfortable truth that his own family played a role in the origins of systemic racism in the United States. Through a combination of historical analysis and personal narrative, the documentary seeks to uncover the deep-rooted issues of civil rights and institutional discrimination. It presents a critical look at how these issues have persisted over centuries and the impact they continue to have on society today.

Why Watch

  • •See how Mulholland's family history ties to racism.
  • •Find out about the origins of institutional discrimination.
  • •Watch personal stories intertwined with historical facts.

Did You Know

•Loki Mulholland is the filmmaker behind 'An Ordinary Hero'.
•The documentary covers 400 years of institutional racism in America.
•The film has a total duration of 85 minutes.

Perfect For

Civil rights historyFamily legacy discussionsInstitutional racism studies