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NR
2016
2 Seasons
5.4 (7)

Justice in America, a SundanceNow Doc Club original series, is a collection of five short films that explore some of today's hot-button issues: the working poor, bail reform, voting rights, gun control, and gentrification. From filmmakers with a passion for impactful, socially conscious storytelling, these 5-minute documentaries offer a personal look at how these timely issues have permeated the lives of real Americans.

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Seasons

2 1

5. American Haze

May 24, 2017

Through the personal lens of comedian and filmmaker Kiran Deol's family story, we get a glimpse into the glories and gritty realities of the immigrant experience, as reflective of the universal experience in "American Haze".

4. Ballad of the Global Patriot

May 24, 2017

Told from the collective voice of the people, "The Ballad of the Global Patriot" searches for the intersection where global struggles meet in solidarity.

3. Torn Fabric

May 24, 2017

Torn Fabric looks at opposing sides of the debate on flag burning, culminating in a dramatic meeting between the parties on each side of the issue.

2. Take A Knee

May 24, 2017

When Colin Kaepernick chose to express himself by sitting out the national anthem this past NFL season, he sparked a national debate around the issue of activism and patriotism. In "Take a Knee" we explore the response of former Green Beret and professional football player, Nate Boyer, and the ripple effects of the open letter he wrote in support of Kaepernick's right to express his opinion.