’14th’ Review: Ava DuVernay’s Overstuffed Netflix Documentary Finds Us Living in the Age Frederick Douglass Warned Us About

Ava DuVernay's documentary '14th' explores the history and impact of the Fourteenth Amendment, highlighting its ongoing relevance in addressing racial inequality and injustice in the U.S.

The documentary, a follow-up to DuVernay's acclaimed '13th', covers a wide range of topics, including the amendment's origins, its role in shaping U.S. politics and society, and its continued impact on issues such as voting rights, criminal justice reform, and immigration.

'14th' features interviews with historians, legal experts, and activists, as well as archival footage and personal stories that bring the amendment's history to life.

The documentary is a powerful and timely exploration of the Fourteenth Amendment's unfinished promise, and its relevance to contemporary debates about racial justice and equality.