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The ABCs of Book Banning

The ABCs of Book Banning

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Status

Released

Release Date

Feb 16, 2024

Runtime

0h 27m

Genres

Documentary

User Score

62%

Original Title

The ABCs of Book Banning

Production Companies

MTV Documentary Films, Ruby River Productions

Director

Sheila Nevins

Description

In recent years, more than 2,500 books have been removed from school districts around the US, labeled as banned, restricted, or challenged, and made unavailable to millions of students. By no accident, the themes targeted are the usual scapegoats of the American Right—LGBTQ+ issues, Black History, and women’s empowerment—impeding the power of future generations to develop their own thoughts and opinions on critical social issues. By weaving together a lyrical montage of young readers and authors, THE ABCs OF BOOK BANNING reveals the voices of the impacted parties, and inspires hope for the future through the profound insights of inquisitive youthful minds.