SIGNS
A short film exploring the vandalism of signs in Mississippi marking Emmett Till’s death.
SIGNS REEL SOUTH
A short documentary about the continued vandalism of the signs commemorating Emmett Till’s death after they were put up in 2007. These signs, erected by the Emmett Till Memorial Commission, have been repeatedly riddled with bullets and then repaired, only to be defaced once again. SIGNS examines these issues and the Memorial Commission’s ongoing efforts to repair these important landmarks.
About the Program
REEL SOUTH
REEL SOUTH is a PBS documentary series that showcases authentic stories which unearth the spirit of the South today. The series explores layers of Southern life across themes of social justice, cultural experience, environmental challenges, and more. REEL SOUTH aims to leverage our region’s rich storytelling tradition as a catalyst for positive change — in the American South and beyond.
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