Riotsville, U.S.A.

In "Riotsville, U.S.A.", director Charlene Modeste shines a searing light on a dark chapter in American history, revealing the true story behind a provocative experiment that exposed the simmering tensions of the late 1960s. Using archival footage and interviews with key figures, this documentary lays bare the events that unfolded at a military base in Alabama, where soldiers were tasked with simulating urban unrest to test the nation's response to civil rights protests. A powerful commentary on social justice and the role of power in shaping our understanding of truth, "Riotsville, U.S.A." is a thought-provoking and unflinching look at a pivotal moment in American history.