Documentary
United States of America
Look Away, Look Away is a documentary that explores the debates surrounding the Mississippi state flag, which includes the Confederate battle emblem. The film focuses on the years following the horrific Charleston church shooting in 2015, which heightened national attention on the flag's symbolic associations with racism and white supremacy. The documentary follows activists on both sides of the debate over whether the flag should be removed or retained, including conservative state politicians, progressive officials, and members of the Mississippi-based NAACP. As the battle over the flag unfolds, the film explores the complex historical context of the emblem and how its meaning has evolved over the years, as well as the cultural and economic factors that shape its influence on contemporary politics. Through interviews with key figures and archival footage, Look Away, Look Away reveals both the deep-seated divisions and the potential for progress in Mississippi's ongoing struggle with its past.
