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2024 PAFF Programmers Award - Best Documentary

An absolute must-see for anyone who can vote for president in the United States, this eye-opening exposé of the origins and contentious history of the Electoral College gives context to current events recalling the often forgotten role of slavery in its creation and how thoughout American history, it has dramatically impacted American politics and society particularly with respect to voter suppression and the devaluation of the minority vote. Featauring commentary by scholars Dr. Jelani Cobb, Dr. Carol Anderson, and Dr. Paul Finkelman, cameo performances by Kelly McCreary, Boise Holmes, Tyee Tilghman, Veralyn Jones, Peter Jerrod Macon and stunning animation by Pierre Bennu.


  • Year
    2024
  • Runtime
    78 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United States
  • Premiere
    World Premiere
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  • Director
    Maximina Juson
  • Producer
    Maximina Juson, Daresha Kyi
  • Executive Producer
    Dale and Don Franzen
  • Cast
    Jelani Cobb, Carol Anderson, Kelly McCreary, Boise Holmes, Tyee Tilghman, Veralyn Jones, Peter Jerrod Macon
  • Cinematographer
    Maximina Juson, Martina Radwan, Michael Vargas
  • Editor
    Sari Gilman, Maximina Juson, Michael Vargas
  • Animator
    Pierre Bennu
  • Composer
    Mark Batson
  • Sound Design
    Brian Berger