TIME: The Kalief Browder Story

a heartbreaking, painful but necessary watch. I hope Kalief and Venida are able to finally rest in peace. wishing this family healing. this documentary has Kalief Browder at the heart but takes a look at the structural issues that lead to his arrest, jail time, and ultimately his death (which i agree was a very slow, drawn out murder). it contains interviews from people working for the system, as well as activists and experts trying to reform it,,,,, also jay-z and other celebrities because ofc it manages to strike a good balance between the personal history of kalief's family and the broader point the documentary is trying to make: this system actively works against poor and black people. and once you enter the system, it's nearly impossible to get out. I hope people watching this are compelled to take action.

R.I.P. Kalief. I'm going to find you and come pay my respects.