After Sherman (2022)

Plot

After Sherman examines the multifaceted nature of inheritance and the deep connections to American history, especially regarding the Black experience. Through the perspective of his father, a minister coping with the trauma of a devastating mass shooting at his Charleston church, the filmmaker reveals how communities descended from enslaved Africans use their faith as a source of resilience. This heartfelt story emphasizes their continual fight for a nation that upholds its promises to Black Americans, showcasing the unwavering hope and strength that persist within these communities amidst adversity.