Ranker: The 100+ Best Movies on Racism, Ranked - Page 4

"Film provides a powerful medium for addressing societal injustices and prejudices. Certain films have captivated audiences with compelling storytelling, while shedding light on vital moments in history. ""Take, for instance, the critically acclaimed film 12 Years a Slave, which offers unflinching insight into America's dark past through its chilling portrayal of Solomon Northrup's harrowing experiences in slavery. Similarly, To Kill a Mockingbird explores themes of racial injustice through the eyes of young Scout Finch as her father courageously defends an innocent black man accused of rape in small-town Alabama during the 1930s. Meanwhile, The Color Purple brings audiences face-to-face with sexism and racial oppression during the early 20th century in rural Georgia."