Slavery and the Law

The documentary follows a group of Brooklyn youth participating in the Youth and Congregations in Partnership (YCP) and Gender-Responsive Re-Entry Assistance Support Program (GRASP). They engage with distinguished professors and historians to explore the historical context of slavery, starting from Colonial America and the slave trade.

The film highlights how the legal system affected enslaved individuals, providing critical insights into the laws that governed their lives. By intertwining artistic expression with historical education, it presents a powerful narrative that connects past injustices to contemporary issues. Collectors of historical documentaries will find this film an important piece that captures a significant aspect of American history.