Ben Crump Netflix Documentary Debuts At American Black Film Fest

The transcript discusses civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump, highlighting his role in high-profile cases and his new Netflix documentary, 'Civil.' It covers his leadership in the civil rights movement, his strategy of non-violence, and his inspiration from Thurgood Marshall. The documentary's debut at the American Black Film Festival is noted, along with insights into Crump's personal life and the director's intent to clarify his work. The film was released on Juneteenth, emphasizing its cultural significance.

Which high-profile cases is Benjamin Crump known for representing?

• The families of Trayvon Martin, Ahmad Aubrey, and George Floyd

• The families of Freddie Gray, Alton Sterling, and Walter Scott

• The families of Sandra Bland, Tamir Rice, and Philando Castile

• The families of Michael Brown, Eric Garner, and Breonna Taylor

What is the significance of the American Black Film Festival for the documentary?

• It was the first documentary to play on opening night

• It was the first documentary to win an award

• It was the first documentary to be directed by a woman

• It was the first documentary to feature a civil rights lawyer

Who inspired Benjamin Crump to pursue a career in law?

• Justice Sonia Sotomayor

• Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

• Justice Clarence Thomas

• Justice Thurgood Marshall

What aspect of Benjamin Crump's life does the documentary aim to highlight?

• His educational background and degrees

• His political ambitions and campaigns

• His financial success and wealth

• His family life and personal challenges

What is one of the goals of the documentary according to Director Nadia Hallgren?

• To clarify the distinction between civil rights and criminal lawyers

• To showcase the financial success of civil rights lawyers

• To highlight the political influence of civil rights lawyers

• To explore the educational background of civil rights lawyers