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Backlash: The Murder of George Floyd

The film delves into the pivotal moment five years after George Floyd's murder, a police killing that ignited widespread outrage and global protests, examining its profound impact on modern history.

Derek Chauvin, a Minneapolis police officer, was convicted of murdering George Floyd by kneeling on his neck for over nine minutes during an arrest. Chauvin received a 22.5-year state sentence for second-degree murder and a 21-year federal sentence for violating Floyd's civil rights.

Info about Backlash: The Murder of George Floyd

Studio(s): BBC, Picturehouse

Originally Released: United States, May 07, 2025

Production Countries: United Kingdom, United States

Genres:Documentary

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