This curated collection of films delves into the complex theme of prejudice, showcasing stories that challenge societal norms, provoke thought, and encourage viewers to reflect on their own biases. These films not only entertain but also serve as a mirror to our society, highlighting the impact of prejudice in various forms and contexts. Whether through drama, comedy, or historical narratives, each film provides a unique perspective on how prejudice shapes our world and the lives of individuals.

To Kill a Mockingbird (1962)
Description: Based on Harper Lee's novel, this film addresses racial injustice in the Deep South through the eyes of a young girl.
Fact: Gregory Peck won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role as Atticus Finch.


In the Heat of the Night (1967)
Description: A black detective from Philadelphia is reluctantly paired with a racist white sheriff to solve a murder in a small Southern town.
Fact: The film won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture.


Do the Right Thing (1989)
Description: Spike Lee's film examines racial tensions in a Brooklyn neighborhood, culminating in a riot sparked by prejudice.
Fact: The film was added to the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress in


A Time to Kill (1996)
Description: This legal drama explores racial prejudice and justice when a black father takes the law into his own hands after his daughter's assault.
Fact: The film is based on John Grisham's novel and features a courtroom scene where Samuel L. Jackson delivers a powerful monologue.


American History X (1998)
Description: This movie tackles the issue of racial prejudice and neo-Nazism, focusing on the transformation of a former white supremacist.
Fact: Edward Norton's performance earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.


The Green Mile (1999)
Description: While primarily a tale of supernatural occurrences, it also explores themes of prejudice through the wrongful conviction and execution of a gentle giant.
Fact: The film is based on Stephen King's novel, and its title refers to the lime-green linoleum that lines the floor of death row.


Crash (2004)
Description: This film intricately weaves together multiple storylines to explore racial and social tensions in Los Angeles, making it a poignant examination of prejudice.
Fact: Crash won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2005, despite being a relatively low-budget film.


Gran Torino (2008)
Description: Clint Eastwood stars as a Korean War vet whose prejudices are challenged when he befriends his Hmong neighbors.
Fact: Eastwood directed, produced, and starred in this film, which was one of his last major acting roles.


The Help (2011)
Description: Set in the 1960s, this film addresses racial prejudice through the eyes of African American maids working for white families in Mississippi.
Fact: The film was adapted from Kathryn Stockett's best-selling novel of the same name.


Mississippi Burning (1988)
Description: This film dramatizes the FBI investigation into the real-life disappearance of three civil rights workers in Mississippi, highlighting racial prejudice.
Fact: The film was nominated for seven Academy Awards, winning for Best Cinematography.
