4 Little Girls
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4 Little Girls

This film recounts the people and events leading up to the one of the most despicable hate-crimes during the height of the civil-rights movement, the ...bombing of the 16th Street Church in Birmingham, Alabama. In that attack, four little African-American girls lost their lives and a nation was simultaneously revolted, angered and galvanized to push the fight for equality and justice on. Show More

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4 Little Girls is a powerful documentary that delves into the tragic events surrounding the bombing of the 16th Street Church in Birmingham, Alabama during the civil rights movement in 1963. This devastating act of hate claimed the lives of four young African-American girls, sparking outrage and igniting a national movement for equality and justice.

Through interviews with family members, friends, and acquaintances, the film provides a personal and heartfelt perspective on the lives of these innocent girls – Addie Mae Collins, Denise McNair, Carole Robertson, and Cynthia Wesley. Their stories, filled with hope and promise, serve as a heartbreaking reminder of the injustice they faced at such a young age.

The documentary also explores the history of racial tensions in Birmingham, shedding light on the climate of fear and discrimination that prevailed during that era. It highlights the bravery and resilience of civil rights leaders such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the grassroots activists who rallied together to combat racial injustice.

4 Little Girls not only exposes the brutality and hatred behind the church bombing, but also emphasizes the power of unity and the determination to fight for change. This thought-provoking film serves as a poignant tribute to the lives lost and a testament to the ongoing struggle for equality.

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