Policing the Police 2020
Synopsis
George Floyd’s killing triggered mass demonstrations nationwide calling for racial justice and police accountability in the United States. In the wake of those protests, New Yorker writer and historian Jelani Cobb returns to a troubled police department he first visited four years ago (Policing the Police) to examine whether reform can work, and how police departments can be held accountable.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 15, 2020
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Jacoby
- Screenplay & Story
- James Jacoby, Jelani Cobb
- Original Title
- Policing the Police 2020
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 53m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Jacoby
James Jacoby, Jelani Cobb
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James Jacoby
Director
James Jacoby
Writer
Jelani Cobb
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What is Policing the Police 2020 about?
George Floyd’s killing triggered mass demonstrations nationwide calling for racial justice and police accountability in the United States. In the wake of those protests, New Yorker writer and historian Jelani Cobb returns to a troubled police department he first visited four years ago (Policing the Police) to examine whether reform can work, and how police departments can be held accountable.
Who directed Policing the Police 2020?
Policing the Police 2020 was directed by James Jacoby.
Who stars in Policing the Police 2020?
The principal cast of Policing the Police 2020 includes Jelani Cobb.
When was Policing the Police 2020 released and how long is it?
Policing the Police 2020 was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 53m.