A new documentary exposes how Martin Luther King Jr. was treated by the FBI. In director Sam Pollard's MLK/FBI, the documentary shines a light on the harassment Martin Luther King Jr. faced from government agencies, who often treated him like an enemy of the state. The documentary, available to watch on IFC, is based on new information obtained through the Freedom of Information Act, along with restored archival footage. The narrative uncovers J. Edgar Hoover and the Federal Bureau of Investigation's campaign to discredit the civil rights leader and his work from 1955 to 1968, leading up to his assassination. To craft the film, editor Laura Tomaselli sifted through hundreds of hours of footage to tell the judicious story, which she co-wrote with Benjamin Hedin. Tomaselli sat down with No Film School to offer insight into her process, sharing tips along the way. No Film School: Was there anything in particular that inspired you to become an editor? Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Thursday, 11 February, 2021