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The Area
2018·1h 32m·★ 0.0
A five-year odyssey of a South Side Chicago neighborhood, where more than 400 African-American families are being displaced by a multi-billion dollar freight company. The documentary film follows homeowner-turned-activist Deborah Payne, who vows to be "the last house standing," and the Row Row Boys, teen friends who must start a new life across gang lines.
LUXEN Decision Guide
Does this fit your night?
A real-world choice where the subject itself is the reason to press play, making curiosity and context part of the experience.
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Who it is for
Best suited to viewers who want to leave a watch with something concrete to think about or learn from.
Commitment
Light commitment · 1h 32m
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