Greenwood is Still Burning
This documentary recounts the events of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre (the worst act of domestic terrorism in United States history) and the ongoing legacy of harm it caused. Hear directly from survivors and descendants of the Massacre as well as community advocates on how over 100 years later the destruction of Greenwood continues to ripple through individuals, families and entire communities. To secure a brighter future, we must reckon with the whole truth of our history. This allows us to address the damage of white supremacy from its foundation and ultimately achieve freedom and equality for all. This film was made in collaboration with Justice for Greenwood Foundation.
Featuring: Descendants Chief Egunwale Amusan, Joey Crutcher, Tiffany Crutcher, LaDonna Penny, Survivor Lessie Benningfield Randle, and Damario Solomon-Simmons who is representing two surviving victims of the massacre. Directed by Gavin Hartigan. Produced by Lush in Colaboration with Justice for Greenwood.
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“OAKLAWN,” tells the story behind the public meetings and comments about the investigation into the search of the unmarked graves stemming from the Race Massacre. It highlights the bureaucratic hurdles through the knowledge and experiences of descendants and members of the Public Oversight Committee.
More broadly, the film delves into the injustices that Black Americans face each day through inequities in all facets of life, including government and policing.
Directed by Ryan McGahan
Research by Randy Hopkins
Cinematography by Daniel Poulain
Interviews by Randy Hopkins and Ryan McGahan
Produced by Randy Hopkins
Executive Producers: Stuart Hetherwood, Chief Egunwale Amusan, and Whitney Chapman
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The Greenwood Cultural Center stands as a monument to the scores of pioneers, trailblazers, entrepreneurs, professionals, politicos, and citizens who created a renowned and respected community despite formidable odds.
The Center serves as a marker for the Tulsa community, chronicling where we have been, where we are, and where we are going, through historical offerings, events, and youth programming.
OAKLAWN tells the story behind the public meetings and comments about the investigation into the search of the unmarked graves stemming from the Tulsa Race Massacre. Hundreds if not thousands of black people were reported to have been dumped in mass graves all over the City of Tulsa. This film highlights the bureaucratic hurdles through the knowledge and experiences of descendants and members of the Public Oversight Committee.
In 2021 The Committee was repeatedly left in the dark about developments and left out of significant decisions. This film reveals their experience and is told by the members themselves. "If it were not recorded, no one would believe it.
Executive Producer Chief Egunwale Amusan
Trailer: https://youtu.be/aKKwkzqn6k8
Streaming Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZsoh3U99IM&t=6s
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