Mom has a beautiful voice! She really made the documentary amazing! I literally cried when she spoke on how she met your Dad, I mean saw your Dad. 6th grade! Love yall
Sweet love story, they were kids! It was so cute when she talked about loving the simple times when her husband worked for Andrew Geller and bought her beautiful shoes 👠 she kicked up her feet remembering it.
I am neither an American nor a person of colour, but when I heard that mother’s voice with a minute of this documentary, I could feel the lump in her throat as she was talking so eloquently and tearing up, the pain!!!! This is horrible!
He you don’t have to be from America nor be a certain race to know pain. In the end there is only 1 race the human race. I don’t know where you are from but where I’m from we have something called southern hospitality what means we are taught from a young age to love and treat everyone with respect we love thy neighbor... I love the fact that you picked up on this beautiful mother’s pain and pointed out how you felt her pain. love and respect to you my friend...
I grew up in East NY Brooklyn. I attended Thomas Jefferson High School from 1998-2002. I remember seeing your mother’s pictures on the wall. I never knew her struggle. God bless your family and your mothers hard work. During the late 80s and 90s that school was considered one of the worst schools. She worked hard to changed the lives of kids in that community for her own child to be suffer such injustice.
I went to Jeff from 1991-1994 ( graduated) still trying to remember if I ever saw her picture etc and I did an internship at Rikers Island i think in 1999/2000....never heard of her. Wish I had. Would love to talk with her, I would learn so much
It's crazy how SOME MEN NOT ALL BUT SOME MEN don't uplift our queens! Whether ya mother sister auntie cousin friend girlfriend wife or transwomen we have got 2 wrap our arms around them to love on them bc u never kno what sum1 else is going thru! Even if u don't really believe it sometimes people need 2 hear things like that bc there is something beautiful about each & every single 1 of us! We gotta kno that 2 our core man! I recently asked my sister my older sis 2 do a vid wit me for my channel right, & she's like no I gotta get my roots twisted then we can do it bc she has micro dreads right. So I'm not miss u pretty people bot even gonna notice dat shit. She then says something 2 me where I cried for her inside & out & I'm bot saying boohoo crying but I teared up for her. She says "Well I never ever felt pretty & my husband's cheating hasn't made it any better" & in that moment my heart broke for her! So I said sis please u are really pretty hell u favor me & I kno I'm cute lol I had 2 make her laugh but in that moment o was hurt for her. Bc she meant that shit & she been wit dis asshole for 23yrs smdh no ma'am dat shit gotta stop!
@@804smiles I don't know how you would access it in The States, but a documentary called "The Talk" aired on Channel 4 over here yesterday. I think you might find it fascinating.
@@thetrickisirarelyrespond5945 ok I'm try 2 look it up what is it about? Thankfully for the suggestion I'm really in documentaries podcasts & a lot different things so I appreciate it! 😉
This was brilliantly shot!! Omg!! As a former film student and movie/documentary lover: the angles and perspective was amazing. The editing and cinematography was a joy to behold!! Kudos. What an incredible story!! Rest in peace William Ford, Jr. Thank you Yance!! 🤲🏿🤲🏿🤲🏿
its kinda sad that it has to be told that way to make other people feel empathy for their family and to see the injustice in the system. I'm looking forward to more of her works, but damn how would we learn about this if it wasnt for her?
i was driving down the street and i see a scuffle going on and then i noticed my son was in that scuffle and he was on some elses property . the cops came and they told me that the guy my son was scuffling with could of shot him because he was on his property and he had a right to defend himself and his property.. stand your ground law . by william running into the building after this guy was not good . and theres the problem with a conviction. what was williams intent by running into bldg and did this guy have a right to defend him self or what was his intent . very difficult case to prove but tragic none the less . i feel for the family . i know if it was my son id be pissed to but you got to know the laws
@@davidf5991 it doesn't matter, they should still try. Who really knows what the outcome could be. Either way, that monster will face a judgment greater than he would ever face in this racist country.
Just listening to her read his writing gives me chills. I can only imagine what a prolific writer he could have become...the cemeteries are full of prolific writers, musicians, artists, scientists, doctors, lawyers...etc. Thank you Yance for sharing this with us!!
This is a must-see documentary! Absolutely heartbreaking and horrific but powerful and raw. Netflix has been putting out such amazing documentaries in the last several years. This one is so well-done! Thank you for sharing it for all to see. God bless this sweet beautiful family. RIP William Ford, Jr.
My 24 year old cousin was killed 6 months ago. My 45 year old brother died of a heart attack 2 weeks ago. My mom died of cancer 10 years ago at the age of 63. This family's story was so eloquently told. It touched my heart and soul in ways that I can't describe. I can feel their pain.
OMG darling.... My heart goes out to you. I truly cannot say that I understand your pain but all I can say is I send my sincere condolences for your loss. Please stay strong and if you need help, never be afraid to reach out and ask someone ok. It will take time, not to heal of course but to make it a easier to move on. Good luck sweetheart ❤️
When I’m running 🏃♀️ from car doors ... trash cans and vacuums .. when I was just in here in my business minding my business .. Ford .. didn’t have to react this way ..he didn’t have to go back to the mans shop .. he made a decision and his decision was bad and cost him his life period
Tragic yet all too familiar story. This injustice, hate, crime, racism, discrimination and wickedness needs to END! Justice will not bring William back but needs to be served. Thank you for sharing your story, it brought tears to my eyes. 💔
U should have watched the rest of the film because the facts come out at the end. His sisters car was picked up a week earlier but he still went to the shop twice looking for a fight. He started throwing things around and picked up a hammer and threatened them. The second time he showed up he saw the guy he didn't like and ran into the shop following the guy into a back room and was then shot. He was obviously looking for trouble and he got it. I live on long island and central islip in 1992 was definitely the most violent criminal area we have here. Why would anyone show up to a known criminal hangout and illegal chop shop late at night in central islip?
Things come me full circle: the monster they tried to portray would serve as an martyr in the world to reveal injustice. William Ford Jnr will never be forgotten, not by those who killed him and certainly not to this earth. Thanks to your family for this film.
ARE YOU SERIOUS? THE TAXES ARE HIGH EVERYWHERE IN NY HOW COULD THIS DEVELOPER DO RIGHT IN THEIR EYES? THEIR ATTITUDE IS THAT THEY ARENT SAFE IN WHITE AREAS ( WHICH IN ITSELF A LIE) SO YOU FOUND NEIGHBORHOOD'S FULL OF BLACKS AND THEY LOVED IT BUT NOPE GOTTA BE A VICTIM NO MATTER WHAT
Edward Hester How is it anti-white? The truth is the truth whether it makes you uncomfortable or not. You have an ugly history in this country, deal with it.
I watched the whole thing in tears... Why are some people so cruel and evil? As a Turkish woman, I understand racism, xenophobia and injustice really well... I'm so sorry this is still happening around the world. Hope we can see peaceful and happy days with kind-hearted people. Lots of love from Istanbul! 👊👊🏻👊🏼👊🏽👊🏾👊🏿
Geez only a min in and I can't believe how rude that prosecutor was. This is terrible. They should be given any information about their loved one who was murdered. I'm a white Australian and I certainly can never say I know how Black people feel, but I have a heart and care for everyone. I have taught my kids to love everyone. I am disgusted by other white people. Everyone deserves justice. I pray things get better.
It's saddening to say I thank you for feeling compassion which should just come naturally by virtue of being a human being. But I guess these days feeling compassion seems to be perceived by some as weak. Its terrible how people will treat each other just because of a certain skin pigmentation, Melanin. I can never understand it.
Lol, the justices system doesn’t have anything to do with justice. Your own lawyer that you are paying can be kirt and seemingly useless... imagine the opposing sides disposition
Carrie Bizz why as mankind should justice need to be exacted. It should be next to every persons first nature NOT to commit to anything that destroys human life. We see the narrative in the Bible on Cain and Able. The first time I heard it I focused on why. There was no reason. God could be blamed because of a design flaw in man. It is called FREE WILL. THAT SUMS IT UP IN A NUT SHELL. GOD DID NOT EXACT JUSTICE ON CAIN HE PUT IT ON HIS CONSCIENCE. THAT SAME GUILT RESIDES IN EVERY PERSON WHEN EVER WE CROSS THAT SAME LINE CAIN DID. Some people live well with their ugliness. Some people live well with hate reigning in every breath they breath. We are designed to be better in every way than this. Some people think they are God. But some of us are and want to be God’s in the possessive state, and we are! Let not your heart be troubled. In all things protect your heart.. be blessed because we are.
I just finished watching this documentary and am so broken hearted by this story. It started with divine love between a man and a woman with so many hopes and dreams for their children. I feel that Yance's family, in heaven, are very proud of what he has done. Yance has made a film that portrays the truth. The truth that is so ugly. I hope there will be change in the world. We are souls in physical costumes and the fact that people still judge others by the color of their skin is horrible. We all bleed the same. We all have hearts. I hope that this film will ignite a change that will help others. I feel this film stirs up an open door for others to tell their stories....
Prosecutors , like other employees paid from public funds, are public servants. Yet, Prosecutor Jones responded to a pained sister of a homicide victim-brother as if she was being questioned about a private matter. This raises concern whether Jones would have treated an American of European ancestry so dryly.
Prosecutor's have absolute power and are held accountable for nothing we need to de fund them as well. Stories like this make me fear for my grandchildren and my friends children.
MiSSOURI, HOMECIDE, Deptmant, To this day no one has reach out to me , not a call,nor a Letter, nor a VISIT TO ME, now going on 2 years, still waiting for a call, MY SON CLIFTON MCCUTCHEN III , WILL NOT BE IN VAIN AS WELL, until GOD TAKES ME, EVEN THEN, YES ENEN THEN, The people that has tried to sent me MENTALLY Threw HELL ON EARTH, WILL HAVE TO STAND BEFORE THE ALMIGHTY GOD, AND YOU CANT PUT SPINS ON HIM, GOD BLESS THIS FAMILY AND ALL THAT HAVE WENT THROUGH THE SAME AS MY SELF, STAYED PRAYED UP, THEY TO WILL HAVE THEIR DAY BEFORE OUR LORD, AND MAY GOD HAVE MERCY ON THEM, GOD BLESS EVERYONE. MS. CARLA D. RONE.
That was brilliantly captured and expressed I’m so greatful that Yance got to interview her mother and share with us their memories as a family my heart goes out to them 🙏🏽 RIP William, Mrs. Ford and Mr. Ford
This is so heart wrenching, his sister trying to get justice and some closure..my heart goes out to this family... great documentary of a close knit devastated loving family... trying to cope and get answers. African Americans have been to an extent deceived, laws can be created to protect but in the end there’s choice of those that are racist that do not care about basic human rights!
Wish I could of had a family like that.... my childhood was awful....😢😢😢😢😢😢😢 it’s good to see black love and black relationship.... ✊🏾💪🏾💕💕✊🏾💪🏾... if anyone had this growing up... you should be very thankful 😍💕💕💕✊🏾
@regina palmer I too had a horrible childhood. I am Puerto Rican and my grandmother didn't like me because I was dark. Racism is in families also. I found that my being hispanic was not liked by my family, some African American women and Caucasians. I married an African American man and I was treated horribly by the women. I felt like I didn't belong anywhere. I came out alright. I learned to navigate around all that indifference. I hope you were able to make a life for yourself that would make you contented. It was hard for me in the beginning. After I raised my children and saw that they were in a good place, I found my peace and learned to live alone. I have a few friends and stay out of the way. I am contented to help a homeless person or anyone who needs a hand. I can relate to what you're saying. I do hope you have found your good place.
Watching this doc made me call my son to check on him and it's 1:30pm in the afternoon and he only went to run some quick errands. What a powerful and painful story. God bless this family and the soul of their son. My family suffered the same thing with no one arrested nor convicted.
I am so sorry for your loss. As hard as it may sound I pray you and your family to find healing and peace. God doesn't sleep, one day your family will get the justice that's needed
The mother speaks so eloquently and crystal clear in her words. The father was a resilient, strong black man who did everything for his family. Obviously these remarkable parents brought up the most smart, inquisitive and loving children. I am a wreck watching this, my heart goes out to them, I’m just shattered. What an injustice. But the prosecutor on the phone at the start can go #%^ herself, the insensitive sob!
i felt her pain when she said, 'YOU CAN'T GRIEVE AN ISSUE THAT CAME OUT OF MY BODY AND SHUT ME OUT' that is soo true...as a woman, and mother...I felt alot of emotion from those words... very powerful indeed...
15 minutes into this film I can already tell that I am about to be educated in a way that will stay with me for the rest of my life. For once the UA-cam Algorithm reccomended something worth the recommendation.
When I first watched it I was educated on the fact that my family and I almost brought a home in an area we wasn't wanted. It never really dawned on me how separated Long Island was
I hate when people say that when it comes to people of color. It’s as if it’s not expected to hear a woman a color let alone a black woman could ever talk this way. I’m not saying that you were implying that but I’m just telling you how it comes across as a woman of color.
@@TheLubys Thank you, it is not a compliment. It rooted in racism, if you like the documentary say that, or she has nice voice, not you know how to pronounce words .🙄🙄😒
This is a documentary about family love that goes the distance. This type of love is taught through parenting by adults who are responsible and understand sacrifice. Do you see the love, sacrifice, and responsible behavior this sister has for her brother? This is a family.
They can't really be intelligent life, right?? I can't believe anyone can actually dislike it?? Maybe they thought Netflix was pandering to black people and BLM.
Sadly I have to agree. Just two days ago a 23 year old black man was eating a SANDWICH and was shot (in his back 3 times )and killed! Because a fkn sandwich looks SO MUCH like a gun right 🙄. It’s so shattering. What a scary truth/reality. So wrong.
Why is this documentary not everywhere ? This is INCREDIBLY well made. My heart goes out to this family. A parent should never have to lay their child down. Im 30 mins into it and my shirt is soaking wet from crying.
Grand Jurys are not a one and done deal, you can go back. A DA needs to pick this back up. This case needs to be re-investigated. Riley should serve time.
imagine getting robbed of your bright future just because someone had an unreasonable fear of you, and not getting justice served because everyone was a racist. i'm so angry
Wont answer questions that she asks herself every day. I have words for that prosecutor but I wouldn't disrespect this family and the memory of William Ford. I'm really so ticked of at that women I dont know what to say! Just Bless you.
I don’t think we need an Emmy Award more than we need this systematic racism to end. Keep your awards people and instead stop killing and torturing my brothers and sisters😞😔
An award for documenting and showcasing the slaughter of black people, wow what an accomplished, no wonder it's spelled a-WAR-d. This is just a cinematic lynching and instead of Caucasians having a relaxing picnic around the festivities they have programmed the entire world to partake in the consumption of black folks. When will we start praying for the destruction of our natural enemies?
@@deejay306 I found the most recent comment and it’s you. Please tell me that you see something passing by the window at 4:19. 😳 I just need to make sure I’m not seeing thing. Lord please don’t tell me I’m the only one that saw that 👀
Man her mother and father raised such amazing kids even when times for black families weren't ideal. Idk why but I feel like I could just talk to her mother for hours and hours. God bless this family and I hope one day...actually I pray one day. Black families get the jusitce they deserve.
Thank you. Your film is very powerful. It reminded me of when my brother died. He was killed when he was 16 by a drunk driver My heart goes out to you & your family.
This has got to be the most powerful documentary, I’ve ever watch. I felt heartbreak and grief all at the same time. Thank you Yance Ford, I wish you and your family justice and peace.
as a black man from Africa I never had an idea about how difficult life was for black people in America...even as highly educated as they are...they are still underrated due to their skin colour!
I thought that too. There were other ways she could have phrased her “no.” How about, “I’m sorry, I won’t be able to speak to you on your brother’s death.” I was taken aback 😮
I thought the same. She is a lawyer, not all lawyers are morally bankrupt, but as a profession they are paid to sell a story that may or may not be true. Yes, professional liars. I was not surprised.
Yep. That's why I read the comments first so I don't have to watch bollocks such as. There is no white privilege. It's just an excuse for the shitty lives you lead..
@@edwardsmith7109 White privilege does exist, that's why you're less likely to be harassed by cops, or followed in the store, or less likely murdered by police...
I am an avid watcher of documentaries and this is one of the most powerful I have ever seen. The eloquence of the story telling and the beauty...the beauty...the beauty of the love they have for each other. The determination to not give anyone a pass. Beautiful!
Seeing the young couple with hopes and dreams end up growing up to experience so much pain is heartbreaking. What the mother said has opened my eyes. It is important to teach them about race, or I send them out to the world unprepared and unprotected.
@@slados1 It was made to tell the truth, to give a voice to a family that had their loved one unjustly taken from them. You don't care because obviously you have an issue with Black Americans.
So he was good enough to testify in front of a Brooklyn Grand Jury on behalf of a Manhattan ADA that was almost murdered on whose behalf he acted as a Good Samaritan, but was portrayed in an unfavorable light by the Long Island ADA in his own murder case? Can’t make this shit up. Can one truly heal from this type of loss? Grief ripped through his family like that 22 did to his own body...
@Flying Rover, You have truly made the best point that I have read so far. Not only was Ford a hero, he also was a loving brother and son that was taken from his family too early. As he lay on the street drying his father,mother and sister lay there with him. His murder happened in the 90's and the pain and hurt of his death for the remaining Ford family carried on the faces as if was today. Like scars on their backs from the slave owners whip.
Yes, you can tell how eloquently the mother speaks. The father was also a remarkable strong, caring strong black man who did everything for his beautiful family. I totally agree with you 💯! The children are so smart and obviously caring people.
My son is superb and I struggle to determine if it was my parenting or just the child was destined to be great. I'm not complaining but I often wonder the role parents play. It has to be significant.
@@9huginnmunnin93 Stop hating everyone and thing that you don't agree with you. Stop being afraid of being the last or second. Stop being the devils children and start loving GOD. YOUR SPECIES HAS THE RAFT OF GOD COMING, YALL FEELING IT NOW...
I've lost a child, albeit under less distressing circumstances than these, and I am impressed w/the way she expressed how she connected w/her husband i.e., "We both lost a child" and they held each other. Many couples break up after the loss of a child. It's the worst kind of hell.
It's over three months since I watched this , and I just Love this Mother !! I would have Loved to have had her for a teacher !! This is an excellent documentary !!
HELLO MRS. BARBARA. So sorry for your lost. We never knew. Greatings from your FELLOW STUDENT. TJHS CLASS OF 85 WE SALUTED YOU....🙏👼💯. BROOKLYN NEW YORK.
Oh they are CREATED equal, they just aren't TREATED that way. Shame on all those who mistreat their brothers and sisters. We are all equal in our creators eyes.
I have watched this 3 times, it's so well done and such a heart wrenching story that keeps you locked in and curious. The mother is just beautiful and what a sweet father to have. Beautiful family despite the turmoil. 💔
I’ve never heard of this film... I’m 5 minutes in and just hearing about the death of her father from an asthma attack is terrible. I can tell this film will be heartbreaking.
Ms. Anyim, please don't see living here as all bad. It depends on how one responds to the environment. To survive, one needs to find peace, love and forgiveness which is what is needed to survive anywhere. Peace and love to you and your family.
@@annterrywilliams2304 they are killing our black brothers and sisters, they are hated because of the skin they are in, the system is against them, as a mother and a sister this documentary crushes me... Black people are always expected to be forgiving and understanding... Till when? When will people see us as human... When will they stop killing us
Ann Terry Williams. Wake up!! There are Two realities in this Country. One for White People. One for Blacks. When you are Black, you have a target on your back. Period!!
Ann Terry Williams. America is Racist and the whole world sees it. Everyone sees it but WHITE PEOPLE!! It's hard to see the promblem, when you are the Promblem.
When William went to the shop to question the disrespect that was done to his mom, as he showed his anger as he told his sister, his death was retaliated from that, That was the STAY IN YOUR PLACE BLACK BOY! It is really sad that these people are intimidated by us, if this was a white man, his actions would have been understood.
William caught the guy who shot the white detective David.... Proof right there, Jenna. Would a bad guy do this heroic deed? 🕵🏻♀️ Case is reopened in my mind.
Her eyes you can just see the pain she’s in from the loss of her brother and the strain of all what happening and has happened........my heart goes out to the family. Always remember what ever colour we are we all bleed the same we all have feeling and you should never judge anyone cause when your pointing the finger at someone there’s 3 fingers pointing back at your self. Always show respect and compassion to fellow humans
Judgment day is coming for them all one day. "Trust and believe" what's hidden in the dark will come to light. Every man will have to answer the most high God.
I'm so sorry your beautiful family suffered such a tragedy. I'm "white" Australian and ashamed to say that racism exists here too. One day I attended a preschool and it became so apparent to me, that these little people do not see skin colour. They only saw other little people, friends to hug and welcome, hold hands with, and to play with. When and why did their eyes start to see the skin colour and not the little friend they previously loved. We are all human, with good and bad in all races. Be proud of the wonderful loving family you all are💜💜💜
This was incredibly painful for me to watch. The raw emotion of this family got to me. I’m an empath so I felt the pain. I’m a white woman born in Zimbabwe and moved to South Africa when I was 13. I couldn’t understand why there was only white people on the bus!!! White people everywhere. We are all one, we bleed the same colour, we see the same colours, we breath the same air. I don’t understand why we place more value on some lives over others. This beautiful, harmless man did not deserve his fate. Where is the justification??????
God please protect this family, this was truly sad and the filmmaker is truly putting herself out there..Wow. Please take comfort in prayers and i truly express my sympathy.
On Sept 2016 my niece was murdered in Brentwood long island . The pain this family speaks off is the pain we are going through with today. My heart broke from the moment I heard the prosecutor and her dismissive behavior. To never get justice is the being hurt over and over again . They killed an entire family .
Speechless, and yet need to say I am sorry in the name of the Supreme Lord, Personality of Godhead, may you be surrounded by eternal love and ultimate justice forever and ever. 🙇🏼♀️
A lot has changed and a lot hasn't changed... Let's be careful not to get stuck on the similarities...there have been evil people throughout history, but there are a lot of good people, and we have more outlets to see stories like this than we ever had before... We have to be careful to recognize the opportunity and progress we have and we must see the power inside of each and every one of us to control our own narrative...we have more power and access to resources than at anytime in history...I refuse to compare my struggles to my grandparents struggles...does racism still exist? Will it always exist? Whether take advantage of the opportunities there are more here for us...we must not stop educating ourselves and rewriting the story for people to learn and respect our struggle and our hustle!
You lot most have missed the kneeling white cops and BLM and the rest of the nonsense. Knockout game and so on. It has been completly changed. What reality are you living in really? Insane statement LC, just insane.
💔So deeply unfair!!!! It is heartbreaking !!! Not only did they loose a beloved son and brother, ...but then the injustice ...not even allowed the basic right to have peace in their grief! 🖤🖤🖤 Those people (the police, the judges..right down to the jury people themselves) are all a walking disgrace for humanity!
What a powerful documentary. I was hooked in the first minute. The blunt, emotionless "No" to each early phone request indicates a total lack of empathy and compassion for William's grieving family and friend. No explanation, no kindness, no mercy, no interest and no show of humanity for their loss. I found this obscene. What a strong, dignified family, and friend, denied even a modicum of respect and justice. I've been moved to my core by their experience. Thank you for this Netflix production and the family for bringing this appalling situation to light. Your strength is inspiring and heartbreaking at the same time. 💗 💖 💞 💗 You raised your children to see character, not colour, but you weren't wrong in that. The system is wrong. The prejudices are wrong. The response to the crime was wrong. You have risen above all that and, because of your courage and generosity in sharing your story, you have given the account of William's murder and the following inaction a lesson many people will remember for the rest of our lives.
the poetry of pain. These people have had their hearts slashed and convey that pain like music you can't unhear. I hear your pain, I feel your sorrow, I'll never understand why. why
Mom has a beautiful voice! She really made the documentary amazing! I literally cried when she spoke on how she met your Dad, I mean saw your Dad. 6th grade! Love yall
Sweet love story, they were kids! It was so cute when she talked about loving the simple times when her husband worked for Andrew Geller and bought her beautiful shoes 👠 she kicked up her feet remembering it.
I am neither an American nor a person of colour, but when I heard that mother’s voice with a minute of this documentary, I could feel the lump in her throat as she was talking so eloquently and tearing up, the pain!!!! This is horrible!
He you don’t have to be from America nor be a certain race to know pain. In the end there is only 1 race the human race. I don’t know where you are from but where I’m from we have something called southern hospitality what means we are taught from a young age to love and treat everyone with respect we love thy neighbor... I love the fact that you picked up on this beautiful mother’s pain and pointed out how you felt her pain. love and respect to you my friend...
I grew up in East NY Brooklyn. I attended Thomas Jefferson High School from 1998-2002. I remember seeing your mother’s pictures on the wall. I never knew her struggle. God bless your family and your mothers hard work. During the late 80s and 90s that school was considered one of the worst schools. She worked hard to changed the lives of kids in that community for her own child to be suffer such injustice.
I grew up in ENY (on New Jersey and Sutter). I attended JEFF from 1986-1990. Small world.
CHRISTINE JOSEPH z
I went to Jeff from 1991-1994 ( graduated) still trying to remember if I ever saw her picture etc and I did an internship at Rikers Island i think in 1999/2000....never heard of her. Wish I had. Would love to talk with her, I would learn so much
I was there when the shooting happened. I narrowly missed getting shot that day. School was like a war zone
I attended Thomas Jefferson high school from 1996 - 1999 graduated. I live in east New York for 17 years just moved from there.
When she said that she told her husband, “You can’t grieve an issue that came from my body and shut me out.”, that did it for me.....POWERFUL!!!!!!
they sure where
powerfulll worrds
Tangela Fowler is it me or, do men tend to grieve differently from women?
i felt that
That had me 😭😭😭😭
Man hearing their sister saying her brother was the 1st 1 to tell her she was pretty made me smile & broke my heart at the same time smdh
That destroyed me.
Mannnn!!!!!
It's crazy how SOME MEN NOT ALL BUT SOME MEN don't uplift our queens! Whether ya mother sister auntie cousin friend girlfriend wife or transwomen we have got 2 wrap our arms around them to love on them bc u never kno what sum1 else is going thru! Even if u don't really believe it sometimes people need 2 hear things like that bc there is something beautiful about each & every single 1 of us! We gotta kno that 2 our core man! I recently asked my sister my older sis 2 do a vid wit me for my channel right, & she's like no I gotta get my roots twisted then we can do it bc she has micro dreads right. So I'm not miss u pretty people bot even gonna notice dat shit. She then says something 2 me where I cried for her inside & out & I'm bot saying boohoo crying but I teared up for her. She says "Well I never ever felt pretty & my husband's cheating hasn't made it any better" & in that moment my heart broke for her! So I said sis please u are really pretty hell u favor me & I kno I'm cute lol I had 2 make her laugh but in that moment o was hurt for her. Bc she meant that shit & she been wit dis asshole for 23yrs smdh no ma'am dat shit gotta stop!
@@804smiles I don't know how you would access it in The States, but a documentary called "The Talk" aired on Channel 4 over here yesterday.
I think you might find it fascinating.
@@thetrickisirarelyrespond5945 ok I'm try 2 look it up what is it about? Thankfully for the suggestion I'm really in documentaries podcasts & a lot different things so I appreciate it! 😉
This was brilliantly shot!! Omg!! As a former film student and movie/documentary lover: the angles and perspective was amazing. The editing and cinematography was a joy to behold!! Kudos.
What an incredible story!! Rest in peace William Ford, Jr. Thank you Yance!! 🤲🏿🤲🏿🤲🏿
its kinda sad that it has to be told that way to make other people feel empathy for their family and to see the injustice in the system. I'm looking forward to more of her works, but damn how would we learn about this if it wasnt for her?
the quality of this shooting and production was one of my first thoughts as I watched this
What an incredible tribute to your brother. I think the film is brilliant, and you are amazing ! I hope millions of people watch your film !
Oh yes.. I learnt A Lot !! I'm reading and watching as much as I can, because I know nothing !! Thank you so much for sharing your family's story !
Couldn't agree more kellyannmarie! Respect to the family, RIP Wiiliam🙏
This case needs to be revisited. Justice delayed is justice denied.
i was driving down the street and i see a scuffle going on and then i noticed my son was in that scuffle and he was on some elses property . the cops came and they told me that the guy my son was scuffling with could of shot him because he was on his property and he had a right to defend himself and his property.. stand your ground law . by william running into the building after this guy was not good . and theres the problem with a conviction. what was williams intent by running into bldg and did this guy have a right to defend him self or what was his intent . very difficult case to prove but tragic none the less . i feel for the family . i know if it was my son id be pissed to but you got to know the laws
@@davidf5991 it doesn't matter, they should still try. Who really knows what the outcome could be. Either way, that monster will face a judgment greater than he would ever face in this racist country.
@@Rchelle_YAHsdaughter Yes God has the last say! All hands that were dirty better make this earth their heaven because judgement is coming.
Folks pick and choose who is protected, who is harassed and who is lured and murdered.
You have a pretty smile!!!
This documentary has left a hole in my heart.
Just listening to her read his writing gives me chills. I can only imagine what a prolific writer he could have become...the cemeteries are full of prolific writers, musicians, artists, scientists, doctors, lawyers...etc.
Thank you Yance for sharing this with us!!
based on his powerful writing and Yance's wonderful production of this film , you can tell these siblings were blessed in the arts
So are the prisons....not being an ass, sad but true.
@@TeKeyaKrystal you can tell mama was an English teacher
Dr olukoya says the prison, the cemetery and the asylum are the places full of the brightest most gifted people.
Glad to see this story told on UA-cam, the mother is a beautiful woman.
INCREDIBLE
Areatha Bryant that too, when I say BEAUTIFUL I mean from the inside out completely.
This is a must-see documentary! Absolutely heartbreaking and horrific but powerful and raw. Netflix has been putting out such amazing documentaries in the last several years. This one is so well-done! Thank you for sharing it for all to see. God bless this sweet beautiful family. RIP William Ford, Jr.
I loved this family determination to let us see, we have a long way to go, we have to keep pushing, my heart goes out to the family.
Such a tragic injustice. I will never be able to unhear or unsee this family’s story.
My 24 year old cousin was killed 6 months ago. My 45 year old brother died of a heart attack 2 weeks ago. My mom died of cancer 10 years ago at the age of 63. This family's story was so eloquently told. It touched my heart and soul in ways that I can't describe. I can feel their pain.
Me too😭😭😭😭😭
OMG darling.... My heart goes out to you. I truly cannot say that I understand your pain but all I can say is I send my sincere condolences for your loss. Please stay strong and if you need help, never be afraid to reach out and ask someone ok. It will take time, not to heal of course but to make it a easier to move on. Good luck sweetheart ❤️
may God b with u
@@SavannahVu1985 nah i said what i meant thank u
@Tara Williams, my sincerest condolences 🙏🏾
When Yance Ford said, "How do you measure the distance of reasonable fear?" I screamed aloud. I felt that in my spirit.
Gave me chills wen she said that........I had to sit up
Stfu
When I’m running 🏃♀️ from car doors ... trash cans and vacuums .. when I was just in here in my business minding my business .. Ford .. didn’t have to react this way ..he didn’t have to go back to the mans shop .. he made a decision and his decision was bad and cost him his life period
@@Mijoonmeow Sadly, you've missed the point of the film.
Great documentary! I wish they had won the Oscar for this. Such a beautiful family
Tragic yet all too familiar story. This injustice, hate, crime, racism, discrimination and wickedness needs to END! Justice will not bring William back but needs to be served. Thank you for sharing your story, it brought tears to my eyes. 💔
I couldn't make it through the entire production. I'm just sick. What a waste of a precious, good human. May I offer my deepest condolences.
If you can make it through the entirety of the Titanic movie knowing the outcome, you should attempt to finish this.
@@abrenee I had previously watched it on Netflix.
This was very heart wrenching for me to watch but I'm glad I did. Blessings to the family and my the memories of William live on in their hearts.
U should have watched the rest of the film because the facts come out at the end. His sisters car was picked up a week earlier but he still went to the shop twice looking for a fight. He started throwing things around and picked up a hammer and threatened them. The second time he showed up he saw the guy he didn't like and ran into the shop following the guy into a back room and was then shot. He was obviously looking for trouble and he got it. I live on long island and central islip in 1992 was definitely the most violent criminal area we have here. Why would anyone show up to a known criminal hangout and illegal chop shop late at night in central islip?
@@espo6970 Rationaliaztion and cognitive dissonance.Rationalize Lake Lanier Ga.,Ocoee Fl.,Rosewood Fl.,Knoxville TN,Tulsa OK, etc.Rationalize Emmitt Till.
Her description of baby William in the womb, so sweet!
How she sang and he would be calm then if she stopped he will get mad start beating up her tummy, wowzers!!!
music man playing drums on mommy's tummy!
Yes.💝
so precious .. nothing like a mother's experience with her first born
Qq
Things come me full circle: the monster they tried to portray would serve as an martyr in the world to reveal injustice. William Ford Jnr will never be forgotten, not by those who killed him and certainly not to this earth. Thanks to your family for this film.
This was such a powerful documentary. Watched it about a year ago. This woman did an amazing job capturing her family’s story❤️
It's anti white propaganda
ARE YOU SERIOUS? THE TAXES ARE HIGH EVERYWHERE IN NY
HOW COULD THIS DEVELOPER DO RIGHT IN THEIR EYES? THEIR ATTITUDE IS THAT THEY ARENT SAFE IN WHITE AREAS ( WHICH IN ITSELF A LIE) SO YOU FOUND NEIGHBORHOOD'S FULL OF BLACKS AND THEY LOVED IT BUT NOPE GOTTA BE A VICTIM NO MATTER WHAT
This poor bastard who got shot went to the garage after hours amd started a fight...no wonder
Edward Hester How is it anti-white? The truth is the truth whether it makes you uncomfortable or not. You have an ugly history in this country, deal with it.
Ki Ki Brown Amen! Often times White ppl don’t deal in the spectrum of facts and truth.
I watched the whole thing in tears... Why are some people so cruel and evil? As a Turkish woman, I understand racism, xenophobia and injustice really well... I'm so sorry this is still happening around the world. Hope we can see peaceful and happy days with kind-hearted people. Lots of love from Istanbul! 👊👊🏻👊🏼👊🏽👊🏾👊🏿
I'm curious. Who do you vote for over there?
@@vinaigredecidre4298 certainly not the people (well...PERSON, really) in charge right now. Never have, never will.
@@edabakb Come ooonnn be honest LOL
@@deadpaul6415 because Turkey is a multinational country and there IS racism here too. Just not based on skin color.
catdog Racism is exclusively based on skin color
Geez only a min in and I can't believe how rude that prosecutor was. This is terrible. They should be given any information about their loved one who was murdered. I'm a white Australian and I certainly can never say I know how Black people feel, but I have a heart and care for everyone. I have taught my kids to love everyone. I am disgusted by other white people. Everyone deserves justice. I pray things get better.
It's saddening to say I thank you for feeling compassion which should just come naturally by virtue of being a human being. But I guess these days feeling compassion seems to be perceived by some as weak. Its terrible how people will treat each other just because of a certain skin pigmentation, Melanin. I can never understand it.
Thank you Carrie Bizz...God Bless you and your Family...
Lol, the justices system doesn’t have anything to do with justice. Your own lawyer that you are paying can be kirt and seemingly useless... imagine the opposing sides disposition
Carrie Bizz why as mankind should justice need to be exacted. It should be next to every persons first nature NOT to commit to anything that destroys human life. We see the narrative in the Bible on Cain and Able. The first time I heard it I focused on why. There was no reason. God could be blamed because of a design flaw in man. It is called FREE WILL. THAT SUMS IT UP IN A NUT SHELL. GOD DID NOT EXACT JUSTICE ON CAIN HE PUT IT ON HIS CONSCIENCE. THAT SAME GUILT RESIDES IN EVERY PERSON WHEN EVER WE CROSS THAT SAME LINE CAIN DID. Some people live well with their ugliness. Some people live well with hate reigning in every breath they breath. We are designed to be better in every way than this. Some people think they are God. But some of us are and want to be God’s in the possessive state, and we are! Let not your heart be troubled. In all things protect your heart.. be blessed because we are.
I agree she was ignorant and extremely rude.
the ice cream truck and the audio playing quietly in the back in some parts is such a subtle but strong statement. knowing the background of the song
What is it?
Mikata Cleveland It’s said that the ice cream truck song was originally a racist song called “N*gger love a watermelon” 🥴
I just finished watching this documentary and am so broken hearted by this story. It started with divine love between a man and a woman with so many hopes and dreams for their children. I feel that Yance's family, in heaven, are very proud of what he has done. Yance has made a film that portrays the truth. The truth that is so ugly. I hope there will be change in the world. We are souls in physical costumes and the fact that people still judge others by the color of their skin is horrible. We all bleed the same. We all have hearts. I hope that this film will ignite a change that will help others. I feel this film stirs up an open door for others to tell their stories....
Prosecutors , like other employees paid from public funds, are public servants. Yet, Prosecutor Jones responded to a pained sister of a homicide victim-brother as if she was being questioned about a private matter. This raises concern whether Jones would have treated an American of European ancestry so dryly.
raises concern, really, it makes me sick, angry, and ashamed
Prosecutor's have absolute power and are held accountable for nothing we need to de fund them as well. Stories like this make me fear for my grandchildren and my friends children.
The Same response happen to me 2018, KANSAS CITY MI
MiSSOURI, HOMECIDE, Deptmant, To this day no one has reach out to me , not a call,nor a Letter, nor a VISIT TO ME, now going on 2 years, still waiting for a call, MY SON CLIFTON MCCUTCHEN III , WILL NOT BE IN VAIN AS WELL, until GOD TAKES ME, EVEN THEN, YES ENEN THEN, The people that has tried to sent me MENTALLY Threw HELL ON EARTH, WILL HAVE TO STAND BEFORE THE ALMIGHTY GOD, AND YOU CANT PUT SPINS ON HIM, GOD BLESS THIS FAMILY AND ALL THAT HAVE WENT THROUGH THE SAME AS MY SELF, STAYED PRAYED UP, THEY TO WILL HAVE THEIR DAY BEFORE OUR LORD, AND MAY GOD HAVE MERCY ON THEM, GOD BLESS EVERYONE. MS. CARLA D. RONE.
Emotionless, Cold till it's like disrespectful
That was brilliantly captured and expressed I’m so greatful that Yance got to interview her mother and share with us their memories as a family my heart goes out to them 🙏🏽 RIP William, Mrs. Ford and Mr. Ford
this documentary is so powerful. made me cry and has stayed with me every day since.
This is so heart wrenching, his sister trying to get justice and some closure..my heart goes out to this family... great documentary of a close knit devastated loving family... trying to cope and get answers. African Americans have been to an extent deceived, laws can be created to protect but in the end there’s choice of those that are racist that do not care about basic human rights!
You mean aboriginal American
seems like the american law was made to protect whites
@@yk_arubanorchid297 👀 Us as so called black people know that statement is dead on balls accurate 😞
We are legal status/federal: Freedmen, no hyphenations here
Wish I could of had a family like that.... my childhood was awful....😢😢😢😢😢😢😢 it’s good to see black love and black relationship.... ✊🏾💪🏾💕💕✊🏾💪🏾... if anyone had this growing up... you should be very thankful 😍💕💕💕✊🏾
I'm sorry you had such a awful childhood,if you are a father make it you mission to end the cycle. Be the best father, protector and provider.
Your a warrior
Mind's was nothing too right home about either 😔🥺😕
@regina palmer I too had a horrible childhood. I am Puerto Rican and my grandmother didn't like me because I was dark. Racism is in families also. I found that my being hispanic was not liked by my family, some African American women and Caucasians. I married an African American man and I was treated horribly by the women. I felt like I didn't belong anywhere. I came out alright. I learned to navigate around all that indifference. I hope you were able to make a life for yourself that would make you contented. It was hard for me in the beginning. After I raised my children and saw that they were in a good place, I found my peace and learned to live alone. I have a few friends and stay out of the way. I am contented to help a homeless person or anyone who needs a hand. I can relate to what you're saying. I do hope you have found your good place.
@@omennemo2364 Co
This is one of the best documentary I seen in a long time. Well spoken and put together.
sooooo well put together! if her brother were alive , they probably would've been making great productions together ; his writing was great
Watching this doc made me call my son to check on him and it's 1:30pm in the afternoon and he only went to run some quick errands. What a powerful and painful story. God bless this family and the soul of their son. My family suffered the same thing with no one arrested nor convicted.
my heart breaks for you Leroy and your family, I am so sorry. be safe.x
I am so sorry for your loss. As hard as it may sound I pray you and your family to find healing and peace. God doesn't sleep, one day your family will get the justice that's needed
@@AggieLove85 thank you. We appreciate that❤
@@tictaktotiki god bless 🙏🏾🙏🏾
The mother speaks so eloquently and crystal clear in her words. The father was a resilient, strong black man who did everything for his family. Obviously these remarkable parents brought up the most smart, inquisitive and loving children. I am a wreck watching this, my heart goes out to them, I’m just shattered. What an injustice. But the prosecutor on the phone at the start can go #%^ herself, the insensitive sob!
i felt her pain when she said, 'YOU CAN'T GRIEVE AN ISSUE THAT CAME OUT OF MY BODY AND SHUT ME OUT' that is soo true...as a woman, and mother...I felt alot of emotion from those words... very powerful indeed...
What a brilliant and articulate family.. God bless the Ford family!!!!! RIP WILLIAM AND RIP MOMMA
and the father as well.
Yes
Their truth and story will never be forgotten. Thank you Netflix.
15 minutes into this film I can already tell that I am about to be educated in a way that will stay with me for the rest of my life. For once the UA-cam Algorithm reccomended something worth the recommendation.
When I first watched it I was educated on the fact that my family and I almost brought a home in an area we wasn't wanted. It never really dawned on me how separated Long Island was
yeah, educated by the globalist left and the mafia of BLM..beware of those fuckers
@@saucespicy5683 Hold by the same puppet masters
@@saucespicy5683 beware of fuckers like you !!
@@saucespicy5683 we gotta watch everyone
Sad part is we always think we are going to get Justice but what we truly get is Just-Us! System has been broken from day one!
SO WHY NOT BECOME JUDGES AND LAWYERS???
This is my LITE don’t block the SUN why don’t you move? America does not belong to you white folks let’s be real
@@orlandeuce6567 We are, have been, and will continue to be. Opening your eyes, Google and the library are your friends.
Not broken, designed that way
Fonda Washington facts!
This documentary is so deep! I feel so sad for you all. Please let your Mom know she did not fail her children, she raised you all right!
You are so right, Tia.
😓
From "they didn't indict. They returned No True Bill, my heart started to freeze, and weep.
😓💔
Here here, an amazing mother
Thanks for putting documentaires for free on UA-cam. We need more actually of these. 🙏
One of the hardest "movie" I've ever had to watch, Thank you for your story.
His sister is so articulate. I loved hearing her speak
🥴🥴🥴🥴 ....
I hate when people say that when it comes to people of color. It’s as if it’s not expected to hear a woman a color let alone a black woman could ever talk this way. I’m not saying that you were implying that but I’m just telling you how it comes across as a woman of color.
@@TheLubys Thank you, it is not a compliment. It rooted in racism, if you like the documentary say that, or she has nice voice, not you know how to pronounce words .🙄🙄😒
They all are
A film about the loss of a human being... and they focus on a Black woman's articulation...the whiteness of it all
Yance, thank you for sharing your gift with us and telling your family's story so eloquently. This resonates 100%.
Much love xxx
This is a documentary about family love that goes the distance. This type of love is taught through parenting by adults who are responsible and understand sacrifice. Do you see the love, sacrifice, and responsible behavior this sister has for her brother? This is a family.
How can this touching story warrant so many dislikes? You folks aren't human.
Oh no there human alright!!. That's the problem.
Only humans, can be so inhumane.
They have never been.
They can't really be intelligent life, right?? I can't believe anyone can actually dislike it?? Maybe they thought Netflix was pandering to black people and BLM.
Cause humanity ain’t sh$t
They're inbreds
Wow.. the silence to our grief...
I can’t even put sound to my grief without choking.
This was deep. Reality for Black men still.
And women too
Not just for black men for your women to we the ones who have to bury you
not reality for black men. know your circle
Sadly I have to agree. Just two days ago a 23 year old black man was eating a SANDWICH and was shot (in his back 3 times )and killed! Because a fkn sandwich looks SO MUCH like a gun right 🙄. It’s so shattering. What a scary truth/reality. So wrong.
Many have no clue how deep.
The mothers voice reminds me of Maya Angelou, so soothing..
Why is this documentary not everywhere ? This is INCREDIBLY well made. My heart goes out to this family. A parent should never have to lay their child down. Im 30 mins into it and my shirt is soaking wet from crying.
This well done documentary stirs so many emotions.
Grand Jurys are not a one and done deal, you can go back. A DA needs to pick this back up. This case needs to be re-investigated. Riley should serve time.
England abolished grand juries decades ago in 1933 in fact because they didn't work
imagine getting robbed of your bright future just because someone had an unreasonable fear of you, and not getting justice served because everyone was a racist. i'm so angry
I am angry with you
@D Legend fake news
@D Legend stfu
It's not fear, it's multigenerational hate and imperialism. Imagine how that festers in the DNA. Think about the psychopathology.
Fear, my foot!
Are you triggered?
Wont answer questions that she asks herself every day. I have words for that prosecutor but I wouldn't disrespect this family and the memory of William Ford. I'm really so ticked of at that women I dont know what to say! Just Bless you.
Beautifully made. Heartbreaking.
Thank you Netflix for making this available to me here. I pray for healing for this family.
This film won an Emmy Award for Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking.
Wonderful
I don’t think we need an Emmy Award more than we need this systematic racism to end. Keep your awards people and instead stop killing and torturing my brothers and sisters😞😔
An award for documenting and showcasing the slaughter of black people, wow what an accomplished, no wonder it's spelled a-WAR-d. This is just a cinematic lynching and instead of Caucasians having a relaxing picnic around the festivities they have programmed the entire world to partake in the consumption of black folks. When will we start praying for the destruction of our natural enemies?
as well it should have. Brava!
@@deejay306 I found the most recent comment and it’s you. Please tell me that you see something passing by the window at 4:19. 😳 I just need to make sure I’m not seeing thing. Lord please don’t tell me I’m the only one that saw that 👀
Man her mother and father raised such amazing kids even when times for black families weren't ideal. Idk why but I feel like I could just talk to her mother for hours and hours. God bless this family and I hope one day...actually I pray one day. Black families get the jusitce they deserve.
Thank you. Your film is very powerful.
It reminded me of when my brother died. He was killed when he was 16 by a drunk driver
My heart goes out to you & your family.
This has got to be the most powerful documentary, I’ve ever watch. I felt heartbreak and grief all at the same time. Thank you Yance Ford, I wish you and your family justice and peace.
as a black man from Africa I never had an idea about how difficult life was for black people in America...even as highly educated as they are...they are still underrated due to their skin colour!
They do us dirty. There is no love for people of color worldwide.
I'm less than 30 seconds in.
What an inadequate human being on the other end of that phone call.
I thought that too. There were other ways she could have phrased her “no.” How about, “I’m sorry, I won’t be able to speak to you on your brother’s death.” I was taken aback 😮
I thought the same. She is a lawyer, not all lawyers are morally bankrupt, but as a profession they are paid to sell a story that may or may not be true. Yes, professional liars. I was not surprised.
I thought so too, so insensitive and demeaning.
She was being very disgusting and unprofessional.
Inadequate indeed
This is fantastic footage from the family perspective... God bless this family
Lady describing neighbourhood as "They were not wealthy but their welth was that they were white"...
Damn that is powerful
Thats the definition of white privilege!!!!
You mean Wealth?!
Yep. That's why I read the comments first so I don't have to watch bollocks such as. There is no white privilege. It's just an excuse for the shitty lives you lead..
@@edwardsmith7109 White privilege does exist, that's why you're less likely to be harassed by cops, or followed in the store, or less likely murdered by police...
Edward Smith 🤔
I am an avid watcher of documentaries and this is one of the most powerful I have ever seen. The eloquence of the story telling and the beauty...the beauty...the beauty of the love they have for each other. The determination to not give anyone a pass. Beautiful!
Seeing the young couple with hopes and dreams end up growing up to experience so much pain is heartbreaking. What the mother said has opened my eyes. It is important to teach them about race, or I send them out to the world unprepared and unprotected.
This documentary popped up on my UA-cam and decided to watch.
Same
Me too
Mine too!
By me too
It pop up on mines also i started watching 👀" OMG!!😵😒😳😔🥺" May the God of our Ancestors continue to bless this 🙏🏿family 👪🏾🥀😔🥺
"The cops and the Klan are one"..truer words have never been spoken. God Bless this family🙏.
This is clearly mafia territory, doesn't make it any better, but I don't see how no one picked that up.
@@mondoprice7576 Documentaries like this are made to inflame, not inform
THEY DON'T CALL IT AMERKKKA FOR NOTHING.
@@slados1 It was made to tell the truth, to give a voice to a family that had their loved one unjustly taken from them. You don't care because obviously you have an issue with Black Americans.
So he was good enough to testify in front of a Brooklyn Grand Jury on behalf of a Manhattan ADA that was almost murdered on whose behalf he acted as a Good Samaritan, but was portrayed in an unfavorable light by the Long Island ADA in his own murder case? Can’t make this shit up.
Can one truly heal from this type of loss? Grief ripped through his family like that 22 did to his own body...
@ Flying Rover,
You have truly made the best point that I have read thus far.
@Flying Rover,
You have truly made the best point that I have read so far. Not only was Ford a hero, he also was a loving brother and son that was taken from his family too early. As he lay on the street drying his father,mother and sister lay there with him. His murder happened in the 90's and the pain and hurt of his death for the remaining Ford family carried on the faces as if was today. Like scars on their backs from the slave owners whip.
Your mother did bring up remarkable kids , remarkable parents usualky do....
Yes, you can tell how eloquently the mother speaks. The father was also a remarkable strong, caring strong black man who did everything for his beautiful family. I totally agree with you 💯! The children are so smart and obviously caring people.
My son is superb and I struggle to determine if it was my parenting or just the child was destined to be great. I'm not complaining but I often wonder the role parents play. It has to be significant.
Wish I had your mother for a mother. You are a lucky person.
@@SavannahVu1985 v
Thank you Netflix for making this for FREEE
Of course they’ll make it FREE. They love for us to be grieving and crying and pleading. They live for us to be In pain! I say boycott Netflix!
I have paid for trash many times can I send my Money in ??? The director perhaps ? This is the best ever !!!
I’ve had Netflix forever, I can’t believe I’ve never seen this😞
They dont want us to cause girl ive been all up and through nexflix lol
@@illyxx6314
Surely if “they” don’t want you to see it, “they” wouldn’t put it on Netflix at all?
Netflix does not promote Black films. They need a category so we can find black film they have.
@@Ginab3001 facts
I wonder if I'm related!? I was raised in NY and all my people from Charleston.
These ppl weren't wealthy but their wealth was that they were white. 💔
I understand exactly what you mean.. I'm discussed with the white privilege. I'm sorry
That speaks volumes!!!!
@@9huginnmunnin93 Stop hating everyone and thing that you don't agree with you. Stop being afraid of being the last or second. Stop being the devils children and start loving GOD. YOUR SPECIES HAS THE RAFT OF GOD COMING, YALL FEELING IT NOW...
You should see this guy now. He's just a woman beating thug. Sheesh😑😑😑
@@ms.brittonbritton7130 😲 .. He's actually still in the land of the living ..? 😤😖
I've lost a child, albeit under less distressing circumstances than these, and I am impressed w/the way she expressed how she connected w/her husband i.e., "We both lost a child" and they held each other. Many couples break up after the loss of a child. It's the worst kind of hell.
It's over three months since I watched this , and I just Love this Mother !! I would have Loved to have had her for a teacher !! This is an excellent documentary !!
This life we live kills us in so many ways...the weight of being black in America is unbearable.
not jus america, the world! from italy, 2 china, the dominican republic, our melanin is hated! i'm still blessed & PROUD!!!!!!
👎🏾
@Me Too kmsl..... ok
We are strong 💪 of all these things it makes us who we are. We are still here.
Can't yall see the Curse of God is because of disobedience !
HELLO MRS. BARBARA. So sorry for your lost. We never knew. Greatings from your FELLOW STUDENT. TJHS
CLASS OF 85 WE SALUTED YOU....🙏👼💯.
BROOKLYN NEW YORK.
Deep, Emotional! In America, men are not all created equal. Not today or yesterday!!
yes they are, a jury looked at the facts of the case you are just being emotional
Exactly!
@@marohan facts my arse. The only fact is you’re an idiot
@@lexi6797 i guess you were on the jury n know all rhe details n n out genius
Oh they are CREATED equal, they just aren't TREATED that way. Shame on all those who mistreat their brothers and sisters. We are all equal in our creators eyes.
This has been on Netflix for three years??
They produce so much content that things like this, get lost in the shuffle.
I have watched this 3 times, it's so well done and such a heart wrenching story that keeps you locked in and curious. The mother is just beautiful and what a sweet father to have. Beautiful family despite the turmoil. 💔
I’ve never heard of this film... I’m 5 minutes in and just hearing about the death of her father from an asthma attack is terrible. I can tell this film will be heartbreaking.
Black people I love you and I feel your pain, you are in a land of people who are filled with hate
Ms. Anyim, please don't see living here as all bad. It depends on how one responds to the environment. To survive, one needs to find peace, love and forgiveness which is what is needed to survive anywhere. Peace and love to you and your family.
AnnTerry Williams we’re literally targeted everyday stfu
@@annterrywilliams2304 they are killing our black brothers and sisters, they are hated because of the skin they are in, the system is against them, as a mother and a sister this documentary crushes me... Black people are always expected to be forgiving and understanding... Till when? When will people see us as human... When will they stop killing us
Ann Terry Williams. Wake up!! There are Two realities in this Country. One for White People. One for Blacks. When you are Black, you have a target on your back. Period!!
Ann Terry Williams. America is Racist and the whole world sees it. Everyone sees it but WHITE PEOPLE!! It's hard to see the promblem, when you are the Promblem.
This is so sad. Your brother was NOT a monster...I can see him...You showed him to us completely. Thank You.
When William went to the shop to question the disrespect that was done to his mom, as he showed his anger as he told his sister, his death was retaliated from that, That was the STAY IN YOUR PLACE BLACK BOY! It is really sad that these people are intimidated by us, if this was a white man, his actions would have been understood.
William caught the guy who shot the white detective David.... Proof right there, Jenna. Would a bad guy do this heroic deed?
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Case is reopened in my mind.
bruh, I want all the smoke with whoever was on the phone at the beginning
I wanted to be like, “BIHH, ANSWER THE QUESTION”
Hell yeah! 😡😤
Exactly she is a bitch
Her eyes you can just see the pain she’s in from the loss of her brother and the strain of all what happening and has happened........my heart goes out to the family. Always remember what ever colour we are we all bleed the same we all have feeling and you should never judge anyone cause when your pointing the finger at someone there’s 3 fingers pointing back at your self. Always show respect and compassion to fellow humans
Sometimes people who leave us too soon leave a journal of their thoughts and feelings,, powerful
This was a disheartening story. I hope that this case can be reopened, so that this family can seek the justice they deserve.
Judgment day is coming for them all one day. "Trust and believe" what's hidden in the dark will come to light. Every man will have to answer the most high God.
Amen
I wish I can like your post more than once.
I truly believe when the corrupt people die they will be greeted by the dead men and women they did wrong.
Duece & DaMarcus Momm 🎯 right on
Amen
What a very well spoken family speaking on behalf of their loved one's & feeling their pain...such a tragedy
I'm so sorry your beautiful family suffered such a tragedy. I'm "white" Australian and ashamed to say that racism exists here too. One day I attended a preschool and it became so apparent to me, that these little people do not see skin colour. They only saw other little people, friends to hug and welcome, hold hands with, and to play with. When and why did their eyes start to see the skin colour and not the little friend they previously loved. We are all human, with good and bad in all races. Be proud of the wonderful loving family you all are💜💜💜
This was incredibly painful for me to watch. The raw emotion of this family got to me. I’m an empath so I felt the pain. I’m a white woman born in Zimbabwe and moved to South Africa when I was 13. I couldn’t understand why there was only white people on the bus!!! White people everywhere. We are all one, we bleed the same colour, we see the same colours, we breath the same air. I don’t understand why we place more value on some lives over others. This beautiful, harmless man did not deserve his fate. Where is the justification??????
Love you for this ❤️
Thank you🥰... You have a “Beautiful Heart” of Love!!... Blessings To You 〰️❤️〰️
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Leewhy my thoughs exactly why are there whites in Africa.
God please protect this family, this was truly sad and the filmmaker is truly putting herself out there..Wow. Please take comfort in prayers and i truly express my sympathy.
On Sept 2016 my niece was murdered in Brentwood long island . The pain this family speaks off is the pain we are going through with today. My heart broke from the moment I heard the prosecutor and her dismissive behavior. To never get justice is the being hurt over and over again . They killed an entire family .
Speechless, and yet need to say I am sorry in the name of the Supreme Lord, Personality of Godhead, may you be surrounded by eternal love and ultimate justice forever and ever.
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They murdered a family 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 and are still killing a nation
THEY ARE...Shaletha...THEY ARE...
Whoaa you are gorgeous, how you doin. can i chat with you some how
Well put
They who?
Shalawam Sis, so very well said.
Sad. It’s 2020 & nothing has changed
Nope, and CI is exactly the same as it was.
No it happened awhile ago, I can’t believe the hospital story?? Also there’s no statue of limitations on murder.
A lot has changed and a lot hasn't changed...
Let's be careful not to get stuck on the similarities...there have been evil people throughout history, but there are a lot of good people, and we have more outlets to see stories like this than we ever had before...
We have to be careful to recognize the opportunity and progress we have and we must see the power inside of each and every one of us to control our own narrative...we have more power and access to resources than at anytime in history...I refuse to compare my struggles to my grandparents struggles...does racism still exist? Will it always exist? Whether take advantage of the opportunities there are more here for us...we must not stop educating ourselves and rewriting the story for people to learn and respect our struggle and our hustle!
No, because that chopshop run the state and city😤
You lot most have missed the kneeling white cops and BLM and the rest of the nonsense. Knockout game and so on. It has been completly changed. What reality are you living in really? Insane statement LC, just insane.
this was such an impactful story. I'm at a lost for words! The imagery was perfect.
💔So deeply unfair!!!! It is heartbreaking !!! Not only did they loose a beloved son and brother, ...but then the injustice ...not even allowed the basic right to have peace in their grief! 🖤🖤🖤 Those people (the police, the judges..right down to the jury people themselves) are all a walking disgrace for humanity!
RIP William Ford ... forever in our hearts & minds 💛
What a powerful documentary. I was hooked in the first minute. The blunt, emotionless "No" to each early phone request indicates a total lack of empathy and compassion for William's grieving family and friend. No explanation, no kindness, no mercy, no interest and no show of humanity for their loss. I found this obscene.
What a strong, dignified family, and friend, denied even a modicum of respect and justice. I've been moved to my core by their experience. Thank you for this Netflix production and the family for bringing this appalling situation to light. Your strength is inspiring and heartbreaking at the same time. 💗 💖 💞 💗 You raised your children to see character, not colour, but you weren't wrong in that. The system is wrong. The prejudices are wrong. The response to the crime was wrong. You have risen above all that and, because of your courage and generosity in sharing your story, you have given the account of William's murder and the following inaction a lesson many people will remember for the rest of our lives.
I'm 34mins in cant imagine their pain, having a black husband, 6 black brothers and 2 black sons. There are no words only tears.
Im on edge every day when mines leave out the house
💔I'm sorry. 😢
@@senitaenglish3832 💔I'm sorry. 😢
the poetry of pain. These people have had their hearts slashed and convey that pain like music you can't unhear. I hear your pain, I feel your sorrow, I'll never understand why. why
you're describing it like it's a fine wine for you to appreciate.
You do have a way with words... "The poetry of pain"
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@@myserenity1130 stop
I’m so glad a black man was the first to call me pretty....😍🥰🥰😍 black love 💕 if you have it cherish it ✊🏾💪🏾💕💕✊🏾💪🏾
Yes my Sista.❤️🙋🏾♀️✊🏾
So sad we are in different times and that love among us is scarce. The music of popular norms is/was leading sentiments.