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The ABCs of Book Banning (2024)
Directed by Sheila Nevins
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In recent years, more than 2,500 books have been removed from school districts around the US, labeled as banned, restricted, or challenged, and made unavailable to millions of students. By no accident, the themes targeted are the usual scapegoats of the American Right—LGBTQ+ issues, Black History, and women’s empowerment—impeding the power of future generations to develop their own thoughts and opinions on critical social issues. By weaving together a lyrical montage of young readers and authors, THE ABCs OF BOOK BANNING reveals the voices of the impacted parties, and inspires hope for the future through the profound insights of inquisitive youthful minds.
Length 27 minutes
Actors
Grace Linn | Maia Kobab | Jonathan Capehart
Viewing History (seen 1 time)
| Date Viewed | Device | Format | Source | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2024 | Movie Screen | Digital | Theater | 8 stars |
| (Average) 8 stars |
Viewing Notes
Fourth short film in the Oscar-Nominated Documentary Shorts package and the one I guessed would win the Oscar while I was viewing it (until I saw the fifth and final short that changed my choice). This one falls into that category of preaching to the choir and will never be seen by the people that need to see it.
It’s intentionally manipulative for good reason but well made and I cried twice. It’s un-fucking-real that these books are still being banned in libraries across the United States in the year of our lord 2024. The kids featured in this are awesome.
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