I Am Not Your Negro

This documentary, directed by Raoul Peck, delves into the unfinished manuscript of James Baldwin, exploring the history of racism in America through the lives and assassinations of Medgar Evers, Malcolm X, and Martin Luther King Jr. Narrated by Samuel L. Jackson, the film weaves Baldwin’s words with archival footage and contemporary scenes, creating a powerful narrative on the civil rights movement and its ongoing impact. The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.