Young director narrates the story of her brother: a 24-year-old, murdered in the 90's by a white man in Long Island. With an opening statement like: "These people weren't wealthy; their wealth was that they were white ...", you'd think this is another story about the justice system cruelties against blacks. While that's definitely worth discussing, this goes far beyond that. The director, as opposed to her other interviewees, talks into the camera in extreme close-up, with long silent pauses forcing you to listen, and be involved. Rarely do you see total strangers so ... exposed. Obviously, she has nothing to lose.
PS: Sundance Special Jury Prize winner, nominated this year for Best Documentary Feature Oscar, available on Netflix.
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