13th (2016)

Name: 13th
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2016
Duration: 100 min
Rating: 7.9
Cast: Jelani Cobb, Angela Davis, Henry Louis Gates, Jr., Michelle Alexander

1h 40m United States of America

Documentary

Plot

"13th" offers a compelling exploration of the U.S. prison system, highlighting its deep-rooted connections to the country’s history of racial injustice. Through interviews, archival footage, and insightful commentary, the documentary reveals how systemic racism has evolved from slavery to mass incarceration. It scrutinizes the policies and societal attitudes that have perpetuated this cycle, emphasizing the urgent need for reform. By intertwining historical context with current realities, the film provokes thought and raises awareness about the ongoing struggle for civil rights and equality in America.

Cast

Jelani Cobb Angela Davis Henry Louis Gates Jr. Michelle Alexander Cory Booker Marie Gottschalk Michael Hough Gina Clayton David Keene James Kilgore Bryan Stevenson Nicholas Turner John Hagan Van Jones