Four-part series that pushes the boundaries of traditional documentary filmmaking, offering an expansive exploration of the exploitative and genocidal aspects of European colonialism, from America to Africa and its impact on society today.
EPISODE 1
The Disturbing Confidence Of Ignorance
Filmmaker Raoul Peck investigates the currents of civilization, colonisation, and extermination running through Western history.
EPISODE 2
Who The F*** Is Columbus?
Peck questions his own story against the histories of Christopher Columbus, the Alamo, the Trail of Tears, and slavery in the Americas.
EPISODE 3
Killing At A Distance Or ... How I Thoroughly...
Peck connects the dots between European innovations in weaponry and an endless cycle of military operations throughout the centuries.
EPISODE 4
The Bright Colors Of Fascism
Peck links the resurgence of white nationalism with the global history of fascism, slavery, colonialism, and Nazism.
Josh Hartnett
Raoul Peck
Rémi Grellety