Detroit 48202.
This documentary examines the rise, demise, and contested resurgence of the City of Detroit through the lens of African-American mail carrier, Wendell Watkins, and the committed community he faithfully served for thirty years. We take a journey with Wendell along his route, which winds through the c...
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| Format: | Streaming video |
| Language: | English |
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New Day Films,
2018.
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| Online Access: | A Kanopy streaming video Cover Image |
| Summary: | This documentary examines the rise, demise, and contested resurgence of the City of Detroit through the lens of African-American mail carrier, Wendell Watkins, and the committed community he faithfully served for thirty years. We take a journey with Wendell along his route, which winds through the center of what was, once upon a time, a vital and thriving city. We listen in on his conversations with his customers – the resilient Detroiters who share stories of resistance: pushing back against racial segregation in housing; challenging industrial and political disinvestment; and living on reduced pensions as a result of the 2014 municipal bankruptcy. Our characters share stories of hope and propose creative ways to re-imagine an inclusive, productive, equitable and re-invigorated city. Honorable Mention at the **Black Harvest Film Festival.** Official Selection at the **Freep Film Festival.** |
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| Item Description: | Title from title frames. Film In Process Record. |
| Physical Description: | 1 streaming video file (1 hr., 22 min.) |
| Playing Time: | 01:22:00 |
| Format: | Mode of access: World Wide Web. |