Nothing to See Here: Watts

Nothing to See Here: Watts

made by watts, not about it

2025 · 97 min · ★ 8.0 · Documentary, History, Crime

A groundbreaking documentary created by the community of Watts, California — including rival gang members, police officers, victims of violence, and kids just trying to survive.

Directed by Cornelius Wills

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