Scott Galloway
Director
Downing of a Flag (2021)
Season 1
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.
Released July 12, 2021
Episode 55 min
None+
Genres: Documentary
Keywords: mdblist.imdb-tv-mini-series, imdb.tv-mini-series
Watch Providers: PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel, KQED, Thirteen
Production Companies: Susie Films
Network: PBS
Country: United States
Languages:
English
S1E1 - 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.
July 12, 2021, midnight
S1E2 - 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.
July 19, 2021, midnight
Network: PBS
Episode Runtime: 55 min.
Season Runtime: 110 min.
Released: July 12, 2021
Last Air Date: July 19, 2021, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: NR
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