Black Panthers

In 1968, Agnès Varda's powerful documentary "Black Panthers" caught America's attention by focusing on the Black Panther Party in Oakland, California, during a tumultuous summer of protests and arrests. The film shines a light on Huey P. Newton, co-founder of the movement, as he talks about his treatment while incarcerated and the ideals of the Black Panther movement, which aimed to protect the black community from police brutality and inform them of their rights. With a cast of prominent figures, including Kathleen Cleaver and Eldridge Cleaver, "Black Panthers" not only chronicles a pivotal moment in American history but also highlights the growing importance of women in positions of authority within the Black Panther movement.