A review of the documentary 'White Man Walking', which commemorates the fifth anniversary of George Floyd’s death, follows filmmaker Rob Bliss's 1,500-mile walk from Mississippi to Washington DC, holding a Black Lives Matter sign. The film, initially perceived as having a 'white saviourism' tone, evolves into a compelling portrayal of deep division and disfranchisement in the US, highlighting Bliss's quiet courage and the impact of gun control.
Storyville: White Man Walking Review – the man who marched 1,500 miles with a Black Lives Matter sign
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️A review of the documentary 'White Man Walking', which commemorates the fifth anniversary of George Floyd’s death, follows filmmaker Rob Bliss's 1,500-mile walk from Mississippi to Washington DC, holding a Black Lives Matter sign. The film, initially perceived as having a 'white saviourism' tone, evolves into a compelling portrayal of deep division and disfranchisement in the US, highlighting Bliss's quiet courage and the impact of gun control.
Trending- 1 2020: George Floyd killed by a police officer.
- 2 2020: Rob Bliss releases YouTube video 'Holding a Black Lives Matter Sign in America’s Most Racist Town' (Harrison, Arkansas).
- 3 2020: Rob Bliss undertakes 1,500-mile walk from Mississippi to Washington DC, arriving just before the 2020 election.
- 4 2025: 'White Man Walking' documentary released to commemorate the fifth anniversary of Floyd's death.
- Documentary reveals deep divisions in the US
- Highlights issues of disfranchisement and gun control
- Bliss's journey fosters engagement with Americans on sensitive topics
What: A documentary titled 'White Man Walking' is reviewed, chronicling Rob Bliss's 1,500-mile walk through the Deep South to Washington DC, carrying a Black Lives Matter sign, in response to George Floyd's killing.
When: Released to commemorate the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's death (2025, as Floyd died in 2020); Bliss's walk occurred in 2020, arriving just before the 2020 election.
Where: United States, specifically from a civil rights museum in Mississippi, through the Deep South, to Washington DC. Specific locations mentioned include Harrison, Arkansas; Dalton, Georgia; Louisville.
Why: Rob Bliss undertook the walk in response to George Floyd's killing to highlight racial injustice and division in America. The documentary aims to demonstrate the profound differences between countries with and without gun control and to explore the nuances of American division.
How: Rob Bliss walked 1,500 miles, holding a Black Lives Matter sign, inviting people to walk with him, and engaging with those he encountered. The documentary captures these interactions and his experiences.