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Independent Lens (1999)

S24E07 The Picture Taker

HD Season 24 Episode 7
Jan 30, 2023 Documentary

Episode Overview

Ernest Withers, a civil rights photographer and covert FBI informant, led a life filled with complexity and contradiction. Operating from his studio in Memphis, Withers captured nearly 2 million photographs that served as invaluable documentation of Black history. However, his posthumously uncovered role as an FBI informant casts a shadow over his legacy. This revelation raises questions about his true allegiance: was he a trusted ally within the civil rights movement, an adversary, or a blend of both? The episode delves into the nuances of his impactful yet contentious life.

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Type: TV
Country: US
Genre: Documentary
Year: 1999

Season 24 Episodes 16

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