Black Men in Uniform
Directed By: Emunah La-Paz This short documentary, titled "Black Men in Uniform," begins with the poignant narrative of Pata Seca, a breeding slave who was compelled to bear over 200 children for labor exploitation. The film then transitions to explore the significant contributions of African American men as soldiers in the United States, highlighting their roles both in historical contexts and in Hollywood portrayals. It covers a timeline from the Civil War through the World Wars and the Korean War, culminating in the Vietnam War, which saw a disproportionately high death toll among African American men. The documentary features a rare interview with a survivor of the Vietnam War, alongside original character photographs that are artfully integrated throughout the film. With a 26-minute runti...