The mother at the center
The film follows Mamie Till-Mobley after the murder of her son. Her decision about the funeral and her pursuit of justice organize the narrative.
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ABOUT THIS FILM
A drama centered on Mamie Till-Mobley’s pursuit of justice after the murder of her son.
A CLOSER LOOK
The story behind it.
A drama centered on Mamie Till-Mobley’s pursuit of justice after the murder of her son.
The public life of private loss
The drama shows a bereavement becoming public witness. It connects to the historical entries while remaining identified as a film.
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