Welcome to a blast from the past, as we revisit and reflect on three powerful, thought-provoking documentaries that were released back in 2018 as part of the IndiePix Festival Favorites, Volume 3, in commemoration of Black History Month. As we move forward in 2025, these gripping narratives focusing on different aspects of the African -on-bet” target=”_blank”> experience remain as relevant and compelling as ever. From the mesmerizing journey of Marion Barry to the sobering examination of the vanishing black male, to a chilling account of police brutality, these films serve as a stark reminder of the struggles and triumphs that have shaped African history and continue to resonate within our current socio-political landscape.
IndiePix Festival Favorites, Volume 3
Included in the value-priced DVD set are THE NINE LIVES OF MARION BARRY, THE VANISHING BLACK MALE, and IN HIS OWN HOME. Each film provides a unique perspective on the African experience, from political corruption and resilience to social issues and police brutality.
The Nine Lives of Marion Barry
Many remember Marion Barry for his political scandals and personal failures. But to others, he’s a folk hero — a civil rights champion and defender of the poor. The Nine Lives of Marion Barry takes viewers on an unprecedented journey through Barry’s life and political career, offering a complex portrayal of a man both despised and beloved.
The Vanishing Black Male
In 2005, director Hisani DuBose explored the alarming rates of incarceration, homicide, and death among African men. The Vanishing Black Male is a provocative examination of the state of the black man in America, featuring interviews with men from all walks of life.
In His Own Home
In His Own Home recounts the shocking 2010 shooting of Kofi Adu Brempong, a disabled Ghanaian graduate student, by University of Florida campus police. The documentary provides a harrowing look at racism, police brutality, and the “militarization” of campuses the country.
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