Blind Faith

Blind Faith is a dramatic television movie from 1998, directed by Ernest R. Dickerson and written by Frank Military. The movie is a heart-wrenching story that showcases how racial discrimination is still prevalent in American society.

The movie revolves around the life of a black family living in Philadelphia in the year 1957. The family consists of a mother, a father, and their two sons. The father, played by Charles S. Dutton, is a hard-working man who is proud of his family and struggles to make ends meet. He works tirelessly as a janitor in a white-owned supermarket, and even though he is overqualified for the job, he is unable to find a better-paying job due to the color of his skin.

One day, his oldest son is accused of murdering a white man. The investigation is carried out by a corrupt detective who is fueled by his racial prejudices. Despite a lack of evidence, the detective frames the innocent boy for the crime, and he is sentenced to death.

The family is devastated, and the mother, played by Lonette McKee, seeks help from the NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People). The NAACP assigns a lawyer, played by Courtney B. Vance, who is determined to ensure that justice is served and that the innocent boy is freed.

The lawyer faces a lot of obstacles along the way as he battles a corrupt justice system that is rigged against black people. His determination to uncover the truth and bring the real killer to justice puts him in danger, but he is committed to fighting for what is right.

As the trial progresses, the family begins to lose hope of ever seeing their son again. The younger son, played by Kadeem Hardison, is forced to confront the harsh realities of racism and discrimination in American society.

The movie touches on themes of racial discrimination, corruption, and injustice, as well as the power of belief, hope, and perseverance. Blind Faith is a powerful movie that forces its viewers to confront the issue of racial inequality in American society.

The cast delivers some outstanding performances, with Courtney B. Vance playing his role as the lawyer to perfection, while Charles S. Dutton and Lonette McKee bring depth and nuance to their roles as the parents struggling to cope with the situation.

The movie was a critical and commercial success, and it was praised for its powerful message and excellent performances. Blind Faith is a must-watch for anyone who wants to understand the impact of racial discrimination on American society. It is a movie that inspires, educates and moves its viewers to take action against systemic racism and injustice.