Sound of the Police
Synopsis
This documentary examines the fraught relationship between African Americans and the police, often rife with tension, fear, suspicion and hostility on all sides. Framed by some of the most recent conflicts between Black Americans and police officers, which garnered national media attention, the film traces the country’s complex racial history that set the path for policing in Black communities and fuels the ongoing conflict between African American communities and law enforcement.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2023-07-28
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 11, 2023
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Valeria Scoon, Stanley Nelson
- Original Score
- Tom Phillips
- Original Title
- Sound of the Police
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Firelight Films, ABC News Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Valeria Scoon, Stanley Nelson
Tom Phillips
Richard Lowe
Keith B. Brown, Valeria Scoon, Marcia Smith, Jacqueline Glover, Stanley Nelson
Department Leadership Roster
Valeria Scoon
Director
Valeria Scoon
Producer
Stanley Nelson
Director
Stanley Nelson
Producer
Richard Lowe
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sound of the Police
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What is Sound of the Police about?
This documentary examines the fraught relationship between African Americans and the police, often rife with tension, fear, suspicion and hostility on all sides. Framed by some of the most recent conflicts between Black Americans and police officers, which garnered national media attention, the film traces the country’s complex racial history that set the path for policing in Black communities and fuels the ongoing conflict between African American communities and law enforcement.
Who directed Sound of the Police?
Sound of the Police was directed by Valeria Scoon, Stanley Nelson.
Who stars in Sound of the Police?
The principal cast of Sound of the Police includes Not specified.
When was Sound of the Police released and how long is it?
Sound of the Police was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Sound of the Police?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sound of the Police was composed by Tom Phillips.