October marks Black History Month, and now, more than ever, it's clear that education on the injustices in our society is crucial. A great way to do that is by watching powerful and educational shows and documentaries about this very subject, and Netflix has a generous selection.
While there are plenty of great programmes that both inform and entertain, we've picked out some great options that are essential viewing this Black History Month.
From a show on the life of Malcolm X to a comedy that will open your eyes while making you laugh - here's our roundup...
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13th
Ava DuVernay's documentary film focuses on race, injustice and mass incarceration in the United States. The title refers to the 13th Amendment to the US Constitution which reads, "Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States."
The film features archive footage, interviews and testimonies from activists, politicians and formerly incarcerated men and women.