I love Dr. Angela Davis. As a black, woman philosopher I look up to her. As a human who wants to see change in the world, I admire her. Early this summer we got a peak into her infamous case through the Black Power MixTape, but soon we will see a documentary devoted fully to her. The film is called Free Angela and All Political Prisoners. The Film is by Shola Lynch and will be executive produced by Will and Jada-Pinkett Smith. Check out the Trailer above.
When asked about the making of the film, this is what Dr. Davis had to say:
I am not interested in people learning more about my life. However, I am interested in people recognizing the power of the campaign that developed around my case. Large numbers became involved and many of them came to feel as if it was their story as well. It’s important to convey to new generations that it is possible to join together and feel solidarity and togetherness across racial, ethnic, economic, gender and national borders. We could use some of that today.
I’m glad that Shola used the title Free Angela & All Political Prisoners because that was an issue around which we had major arguments as the case was unfolding…. When the campaign around my case began to develop, I and other comrades argued that it had to be a campaign not only focused on me as an individual but on the larger question of political repression.
For those who are more familiar with Angela Davis’ iconic status than her intellectual contributions, check out the links below of free essays by Angela Davis.
FREE ANGELA DAVIS ESSAYS
Foreword and First Chapter of New Book “Meaning of Freedom”
Angela Davis Lectures on Liberation
Race and Criminalization
The Nature of Freedom