Friday, August 10, 2018

Film of the Month: Roman J. Israel, Esq (2017) & The Black Klansman (1966)

"97% of Federal and 94% of State criminal cases never go to trial (NOLO 2018)?"

Americans are overrun by television shows, movies, commercials, and television programming which decides many of our choices before we even have the thought to think about what exactly is our desire. To help chart your course through the forest of images, brands, and celebrities, AMP, would like to suggest monthly films which appeal to your intelligence rather than your impulse. This month's film is Roman J. Israel, Esq, written and directed by Dan Gilroy. Denzel Washington, Carmen Ejogo, and Colin Farrell give a stunning portrayal of the state of the American Justice System and American legal apparatus through the downward spiraling life of an activist lawyer. Much is to be gained from this film and we hope you sit your family down to watch, and conduct a reflective questionnaire to determine if the lesson was learned.

The Black Klansman (1966)



In the spirit of the upcoming film by Spike Lee, we present the black & white version of The Black Klansman (1966). No spoilers, just engage.

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