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America to Me

America to Me

★ 8.4/10•2018•55m•TV-MA•Documentary
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A year-long immersion into one of Chicago's most progressive and diverse public schools, located in suburban Oak Park. Both intimate and epic, exploring America's charged state of race, culture and education today with unprecedented depth and scope.

StatusEnded
Runtime55m
LanguageEN
First Air DateAug 26, 2018

Episodes

Episode 1 - What's the Big Deal About Oak Park?E158m

What's the Big Deal About Oak Park?

The school year begins at OPRF for Grant, Tiara, Charles, Terrence and Ke'Shawn. Controversy over a Black Lives Matter assembly still reverberates as the school confronts years of racial inequities.

Aug 26, 2018

Episode 2 - Stranger in a RoomE260m

Stranger in a Room

Teacher Jess Stovall intervenes in Ke'Shawn's academic struggles. His mother shares her own troubled history at OPRF. Senior Kendale and junior Chanti grapple with identity. Homecoming Dance is very special for Grant.

Sep 2, 2018

Episode 3 - There is No Pain That Compares to the StruggleE360m

There is No Pain That Compares to the Struggle

Kendale wrestles to become a starter, while Chanti wresles with emotional trauma. Jess takes on the principal, and senior Jada takes on a teacher. OPRF's football team has a big game and a score to settle.

Sep 9, 2018

Episode 4 - There's Nothing Funny About Race!E460m

There's Nothing Funny About Race!

Jada's conflict with a teacher grows more intense. Ke'Shawn's run-in threatens his grade. Grant pursues love. Terrence loves Halloween much more than school. Charles and Chanti audition for the poetry slam team.

Sep 16, 2018

Episode 5 - I Don't Have To Think About Being WhiteE559m

I Don't Have To Think About Being White

White students Caroline and Brendan join the story. Jada's film draws mixed reviews. Terrence's grade hangs in the balance. Christmas lights up Kendale's home, while Ke'Shaen's family may lose theirs.

Sep 23, 2018

Episode 6 - Listen to the Poem!E659m

Listen to the Poem!

Jada clashes with junior Diane over her new film. Brendan recalls a racially charged basketball past. Tiara and the cheerleading squad go for the gold. Charles' poetry slam team faces an epic challenge.

Sep 30, 2018

Episode 7 - Tsunami of PrivilegeE759m

Tsunami of Privilege

Jess Stovall gives her all to engage Ke'Shawn, whose situation has turned dire. Kendale fights to advance in the playoffs, while star teammate Gabe faces unexpected challenges. Terrence rebounds with his mother's help.

Oct 7, 2018

Episode 8 - Nobody Can Hold You DownE859m

Nobody Can Hold You Down

Chanti discovers a devastating truth about her grandparents. Brendan's parents make him an offer he can't refuse. Caroline's anxiety exacts a heavy toll. Kendale and his team pursue their dream for the ultimate victory.

Oct 14, 2018

Episode 9 - The Invisible T-ShirtE959m

The Invisible T-Shirt

Kendale goes on a college visit, while Terrence goes to court. Tiara and her mother fall out over grades. Jess pushes the administration to adopt her teacher support program. Prom arrives and Kendale's mother loves it.

Oct 21, 2018

Episode 10 - America Will Be...E1089m

America Will Be...

It’s now or never for Tiara in chemistry. Terrence looks to the future. Caroline wrestles with perfection, while OPRF grapples with imperfect leadership. Kendale, Jada and Gabe celebrate graduation.

Nov 1, 2018

Actors

Brendan Barrette

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Diane Barrios-Smith

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Jada Buford

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Charles Donalson

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Caroline Robling-Griest

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Ke'Shawn Kumsa

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Grant Lee

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Kendale McCoy

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Terrence Moore

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Tiara Oliphant

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Chanti Relf

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Gabe Townsell

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Jessica Stovall

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