Barbara Lee: Speaking Truth to Power

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Barbara Lee: Speaking Truth to Power

Released Aug 20, 2021

1h 22m

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An intimate, inspiring, and timely portrait of Congresswoman Barbara Lee, a true pioneer of American civil rights who was the lone voice in opposition to the authorization of military force after the September 11th attacks. A unique selection of political commentators, activists, politicians, and family members add depth to the story of the highest-ranking Black woman in the US Congress. Uncompromising and conscientious to the core, she is its most steadfast voice for peace, and for economic and racial justice.

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David Lewis

San Francisco Chronicle

We don't always get a full picture of Barbara Lee, however, there's no doubt for a single frame that this consummate politician - a pragmatic firebrand - is long overdue for recognition beyond the Bay Area.

Rated: 3/4

Aug 17, 2021

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Sarah Vincent

Cambridge Day

“Speaking Truth” may have a few missed opportunities in it, but it’s still a portrait of a woman true to herself as she fights systemic injustice.

Rated: 3/4

Aug 16, 2023

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Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat

Spirituality & Practice

A truly inspiring portrait of a courageous and committed public servant.

Rated: 5/5

Feb 8, 2022

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Carey-Ann Pawsey

Orca Sound

This showed me that it is still possible for one person to make a difference.

Rated: 3/5

Jan 6, 2022

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Paula Farmer

culturevulture.net

While Lee makes an understandable subject of interest, the actual film presentation does not rise above a charming portrayal. And that may be enough... for certain audiences and definitely to justify its creation.

Aug 27, 2021

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Dennis Harvey

48 Hills

Lee is articulate on any subject, in any context, whether touring housing/ homeless crisis sites in Oakland or opposing racial disparities in mass incarceration nationwide.

Aug 24, 2021

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If you haven't heard of Barbara Lee, a longtime member of the United States House of Representatives, then you're not alone. There is generally a blackout of progressive voices in the mainstream corporate media. She's a hero of the poor and working class and this is not a warts and all look at her life. It's a puff piece, but one that is well deserved. Lee has had a lonely voice for a long time and understands better than most how Washington works. She was alone in her disagreement with the War Powers Act and the Iraq war and history has proven her right! The doc is sometimes unfocused, but when it zeros in on the congresswoman it's best. Final Score: 7.7/10

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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An intimate, inspiring, and timely portrait of Congresswoman Barbara Lee, a true pioneer of American civil rights who was the lone voice in opposition to the authorization of military force after the September 11th attacks. A unique selection of political commentators, activists, politicians, and family members add depth to the story of the highest-ranking Black woman in the US Congress. Uncompromising and conscientious to the core, she is its most steadfast voice for peace, and for economic and racial justice.

Director: Abby Ginzberg
Producer: Joslyn Rose Lyons
Distributor: Greenwich Entertainment
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 20, 2021, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 20, 2021
Runtime: 1h 22m

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