Judas and the Black Messiah (2021)
Judas and the Black Messiah (2021) tells the gripping true story of Fred Hampton, the charismatic chairman of the Illinois chapter of the Black Panther Party, and his betrayal by FBI informant William O’Neal. Set in the late 1960s, the film explores themes of power, racial injustice, and corruption within the government. As O’Neal infiltrates the Panthers, Hampton’s leadership inspires a movement while also putting him at odds with authorities. The intense political drama portrays Hampton’s efforts to unite marginalized communities and his tragic death at the hands of law enforcement. This film sheds light on systemic oppression and the cost of resistance.
