Independent Lens S16E10 — American Denial

8.5

Independent Lens•Season 16•Episode 10

American Denial

8.5/10 · 29 votesFeb 23, 201560 min

Ranked #3 of 15 in Season 16•+0.8 vs season avg

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In the wake of recent events that have sparked a national dialogue, American Denial explores the power of unconscious biases around race and class. Using Gunnar Myrdal’s 1944 investigation of Jim Crow racism as a springboard, the film shows how unrecognized, unconscious attitudes continue to

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Episode Summary

"American Denial" is episode 10 of Independent Lens season 16. It scored 8.5/10 from 29 votes, ranking #3 of 15 episodes this season (season average 7.7). It aired on February 23, 2015.

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