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Deep Dive: Traffic Stop (2017)

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Traffic Stop
Traffic Stop is a documentary that chronicles the encounter between Breaion King, a 26-year-old African-American school teacher from Austin, Texas, and a white police officer. The film captures the tension and dynamics of the traffic stop that leads to King's arrest, providing an intimate look at the events as they unfold. Directed by Kate Davis and David Heilbroner, the film runs for 31 minutes and presents a focused narrative on a single incident, allowing viewers to witness the complexities of the situation. The film's tagline, 'A Routine Encounter Takes A Bad Turn,' reflects the unexpected escalation of what began as a standard traffic stop.

Why Watch

  • •See Breaion King's perspective during a traffic stop.
  • •Watch the events that led to King's arrest unfold.
  • •Find out how the film addresses police interactions.

Did You Know

•Traffic Stop was nominated for an Academy Award at the 90th Academy Awards.
•The film received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Short Documentary in 2019.
•Breaion King is a school teacher from Austin, Texas.
•The documentary has a runtime of 31 minutes.

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Police accountabilitySocial justiceDocumentary enthusiasts