This Juneteenth, TUTV is proud to present a special lineup of programming that honors Black history, resilience, and the ongoing fight for justice and equality. These documentaries spotlight voices that have often gone unheard; stories of struggle, strength, and groundbreaking activism.
11:30 AM – Why Is We Americans?
This deeply moving 2020 documentary dives into the life of legendary poet and activist Amiri Baraka and his family. The film weaves together archival footage from the 1972 National Black Political Convention with powerful scenes from his son Ras Baraka’s run for mayor of Newark. At the heart of the story is matriarch Amina Baraka, whose community activism and unwavering family support anchor this compelling narrative set against the backdrop of the 1967 Newark Rebellion.
1:30 PM – Sisters in Freedom
This film tells the story of Black and white women in the 1830s who defied social, economic, and cultural norms to join forces against slavery, white supremacy, and gender inequality. Their groundbreaking work led directly to the Seneca Falls Convention and helped launch the American feminist movement.
2:30 PM – Cecil’s People: The Freedom Fighters
Set in 1965 Philadelphia, this documentary highlights the youth-led protests to desegregate Girard College under the leadership of civil rights icon Cecil B. Moore. Fifty years later, four members of the Cecil B. Moore Philadelphia Freedom Fighters—aka Cecil’s People—share their experiences through music and personal stories, offering a powerful reflection on their seven-month stand for justice.
3:00 PM – The Price of Silence: Part 1 – The Forgotten Story of New Jersey’s Enslaved People
This first installment uncovers New Jersey’s often-overlooked involvement in slavery and the critical roles enslaved people played in the state’s foundation and development.
3:30 PM – Part 2 – The Lasting Impact of Slavery in New Jersey
Continuing the series, part two explores key events from the 19th century and connects the historical roots of slavery to the systemic issues still affecting African American communities in New Jersey today.
4:00 PM – Part 3 – The Search for Freedom in New Jersey
The series concludes by tracing the Great Migration, during which Black Americans moved north in search of opportunity and freedom from the racism of the South. Upon arrival, many were met with new barriers in the North, exposing the widespread reach of systemic inequality.
Tune in to TUTV to templetv.net beginning at 11:30 AM this Juneteenth as we reflect, learn, and celebrate through stories that matter.
