Storyline

In 1981, black journalist Mumia Abu-Jamal was arrested for the murder of white Philadelphia police officer Daniel Faulkner and was convicted of it in 1982. More than 25 years later, the case continues to spark controversy around the world, inspiring documentaries, books and intense debate. as the world's most celebrated death row inmate keeps his silence on his version of what actually happened in the middle of cold December night on a dark Philadelphia street.—Jennifer Treichler

Plot Keywords

policeman, prisoner, racism, journalist, death row, philadelphia pennsylvania

Short Review

Excellent film presented in a neutral manner. Tigre Hill lays out the facts step by step straight from the mouths of the men and women who were there and are willing to bve heard. Then he takes it further and lets you hear from those who trumpet the call of racism and prejudice and claim some conspiracy to hold down the black man. Unfortunately, in this case, the black man had possession of the gun, had the officer's bullet in his own gut, cursed the officer and admitted to shooting him and wished him dead, worked toward rebellion, supported the Black Panthers, disrupted his own trial and when given the opportunity to present a defense, flat out refused other than to play the race card. And on that, the celebrities have hung their hats, coats and reputations. Watch and see for yourselves!

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Streaming Service

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