Fruitvale Station

In the powerful and poignant "Fruitvale Station," Ryan Coogler tells the true story of Oscar Grant III, a 22-year-old from Oakland, California, whose life is tragically cut short by police brutality on New Year's Eve in 2009. Based on real events and filmed over 20 days in Oakland, the film follows Grant's final day, depicting his relationships with loved ones, his struggles to find direction, and his ultimate fate at the hands of Bay Area Rapid Transit police officers. With a standout performance from Michael B. Jordan as Grant, "Fruitvale Station" is a gripping and emotional portrayal of a young man's life, and the devastating consequences of racism and violence that took his life too soon.