13th is a powerful documentary that examines the history of racial inequality in the United States and the prison industrial complex. The film explores the connection between slavery, the 13th Amendment, and the mass incarceration of Black Americans. Through interviews with activists, scholars, and politicians, 13th sheds light on the systemic racism embedded within the criminal justice system and the ways in which it perpetuates racial disparities. This thought-provoking documentary challenges viewers to confront the deep-rooted issues of racial injustice and advocates for meaningful criminal justice reform.
