Ill pass on the Interview and go see Selma instead.---> Unlike most political films, Selma does not celebrate the change-makers at the top of the political ladder. Instead, it is an example of how an oppressed minority, through organization, solidarity, and sacrifice, forced the white man’s hand. For example, consider the choice of Selma to host the historic march. The small Alabama city was picked by King for strategic purposes; civil rights workers had already discovered a strong and enthusiastic black community there that was eager to play a larger role in the national effort. In addition, Selma was ruled over by a racist, violent white sheriff, Jim Clark, that King thought could be used to their advantage. Organizers expected him to respond to their protest with violence, which would horrify the nation and rally the white community to their side. Which is exactly what happens, and Selma shows it without ambiguity or restraint.
Posted on: Wed, 24 Dec 2014 23:47:02 +0000
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