Downing of a Flag (2021)
Synopsis
Downing of a Flag is a two-hour documentary film that focuses on the Confederate Battle flag and its impact on the people, politics and perceptions of South Carolina and beyond. Through firsthand interviews featuring various perspectives and a wealth of historical footage, Downing of a Flag traces the symbol's controversial relationship with the Palmetto State, exploring its true meaning and how an unspeakable tragedy served as the catalyst for its long-debated removal.
First Air Date: 2021-07-12
Last Air Date: 2021-07-19
Number of Seasons: 1
Number of Episodes: 2
Networks: PBS
Top Cast
- David Beasley as self
- Conor Bond as self
- William J. Cooper as self
- Chris Corley as self
- John Coski as self
- Karen Cox as self
- Joseph Darby as self
- Cress Darwin as self
- Adam Domby as self
- Bobby Donaldson as self
Seasons
Season 1 (2021)
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Episodes:
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Ep. 1: Episode 1
Through interviews, archival footage and photographs, the Confederate Battle flag’s history, meaning and impact are examined. From its creation and adoption during the American Civil War to its resurrection over the South Carolina State House in 1961. And, finally, to its use as a symbol by Dylann Roof who killed nine Black parishioners at Charleston’s historic Mother Emanuel AME Church in 2015.
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Ep. 2: Episode 2
The horror of the Orangeburg Massacre and lack of attention it received provide context for when the Confederate Battle flag was first raised over the South Carolina State House. Efforts throughout history to remove the flag from the grounds are explored. Nine days after the Charleston church shooting, President Barack Obama delivers a memorable eulogy; two weeks later, the flag is removed.
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