How did you feel after viewing the 13th? Did you feel helpless, inspired, stirred to action, or a combination of all three? Do you think the message of the film was hopeful? Why or Why Not?
How does the 13th characterize our criminal justice system and our political institutions?
How did this film shape your understanding of the prison system? Was there a particular case or series of facts that altered or challenged any of your pre-existing ? Explain.
How much did you know about the war on drugs and the war on crime before watching the film? Were you surprised to learn about the racial underpinnings of legislative policies, and the active role of the state in criminalizing and targeting communities of color?
How do you think media and popular culture representations of Black Americans, particularly of Black men, have contributed to a dangerous climate of white fear and anxiety? (Think back to George Zimmerman and Trayvon Martin, or the Central Park Five).
Grading
Make sure to engage in an in-depth reflection for each question, for this assignment I will be looking at the quality and depth of your engagement with this content
Answer the questions in paragraph format
Provide specific examples from the film
Make sure to proofread for any grammar errors
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LINK TO THE VIDEO: https://youtu.be/krfcq5pF8u8
How can we challenge these instances of racism and dehumanization?
