The Reconstruction of Asa Carter

This documentary runs for 58 minutes and delves into the life of Forrest Carter, the author who claimed Native American heritage and wrote a celebrated memoir. It exposes the contradictions in Carter's life, highlighting his past as a white supremacist and his role in writing infamous segregationist speeches.

The film not only uncovers the truth about Carter's identity but also reflects on the broader implications of his narrative and the impact of his work on American literature. Marco Ricci's direction offers a critical examination of identity, race, and the power of storytelling.