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You’ve probably noticed that the big streaming services—Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu—are highlighting Black history movies throughout February in honor of Black History Month. From documentaries to biopics to historical dramas, there are plenty of options for watching films centered on the. And while watching these movies certainly won’t end racism , they can be a powerful tool in understanding its origins and devastating impact—and in motivating change.
It’s simple to share a quote from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech on Instagram; it’s more challenging to understand the nuanced context of that time period—and for non-Black people to acknowledge how relatively little progress has been made in this country since then.
Whether you’re Black and want to learn more about your own history, or you’re an aspiring ally looking to educate yourself on the Black experience as part of your
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