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American Coup: Wilmington 1898 (2024)

"Voted in. Terrorized out."

0.020241h 52mEN
DocumentaryHistory

Directed by Brad Lichtenstein

Rating

0.0/10

Runtime

1h 52m

Language

EN

Release

October 21, 2024

Director

Brad Lichtenstein

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Overview

The little-known story of a deadly race massacre and carefully orchestrated insurrection in North Carolina’s largest city in 1898 — the only coup d’état in the history of the US. Stoking fears of 'Negro Rule', self-described white supremacists used intimidation and violence to destroy Black politica...

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into American Coup: Wilmington 1898 (2024), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The little-known story of a deadly race massacre and carefully orchestrated insurrection in North Carolina’s largest city in 1898 — the only coup d’état in the history of the US. Stoking fears of 'Negro Rule', self-described white supremacists used intimidation and violence to destroy Black political and economic power and overthrow Wilmington’s democratically-elected, multi-racial government. Black residents were murdered and thousands were banished. The story of what happened in Wilmington was suppressed for decades until descendants and scholars began to investigate. Today, many of those descendants — Black and white — seek the truth about this intentionally buried history.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of American Coup: Wilmington 1898. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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