Acts of Reparation

Sep 28, 2024

1h 53m

★ 0.0

Small acts can lead to a big change.

Overview

Two friends, one Black and one white, journey to their Southern ancestral homes, exploring reparations' meaning. Their travels uncover opportunities that transform their bond, communities, reclaiming and reckoning with their roots.

Genres

Documentary

Acts of Reparation Trailers

Cast

Self

Macky Alston

Self

Selina Lewis Davidson

Self

Alice Sanders Alston

Self

Rozena Ford

Self

Mamie Hillman

Self

Bobbie Ford Slacks

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Helen Ford Wayne

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