THE CASE THAT IGNITED A MOVEMENT
“Losing Eric Garner” is a poignant and incisive documentary commemorating the 10th anniversary of the death of Eric Garner at the hands of the New York Police Department. This crucial piece of cinema explores the strength and resilience of Gwen Carr, the mother of Eric Garner, and Garner’s early life through interviews with friends, family, and key witnesses of the tragic event, providing a heartfelt personal view of a man whose death marked a pivotal moment in the struggle for racial justice. Through exclusive archival footage and incisive analyses from renowned social activists, the documentary delves into the intricacies of the systemic racial prejudice embedded in American law enforcement. “Losing Eric Garner” not only sheds light on the life and loss of Garner but also stirs thought-provoking conversations about the ongoing issues of police brutality and the urgent need for reform.
