The ABCs of Book Banning

The ABCs of Book Banning

2024 · 27 min · ★ 6.3 · Documentary

In recent years, more than 2,500 books have been removed from school districts around the US, labeled as banned, restricted, or challenged, and made unavailable to millions of students. By no accident, the themes targeted are the usual scapegoats of the American Right—LGBTQ+ issues, Black History, and women’s empowerment—impeding the power of future generations to develop their own thoughts and opinions on critical social issues. By weaving together a lyrical montage of young readers and authors, THE ABCs OF BOOK BANNING reveals the voices of the impacted parties, and inspires hope for the future through the profound insights of inquisitive youthful minds.

Directed by Sheila Nevins

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Grace Linn Self (archive footage)
Maia Kobab Self
Jonathan Capehart Self (archive footage)
Nikki Giovanni Self
Amanda Gorman Self
Lil Miss Hot Mess Self
Sarah J. Maas Self

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