The Africatown neighborhood of Mobile, Alabama is more than a place. Founded as a home away from home by West Africans brought to the US in an illegal slave trade, the community continues to be a steadfast symbol of independence and perseverance in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges. This film follows members of the Africatown community as they fight for environmental justice and historic preservation.

 

Poison Is the Wind

2020 US 14 min
Festival Year: 2020
Director: Crystal Berg
Types: Documentary, Short
Topic: Environmental Advocacy and Justice