Queye TV America to Me
Documentary
America to Me
TV-MA
2018
0:55
1 Seasons 10 Episodes
★ 8.4
🇺🇸
A year-long immersion into one of Chicago's most progressive and diverse public schools, located in suburban Oak Park. Both intimate and epic, exploring America's charged state of race, culture and education today with unprecedented depth and scope.

Episodes

What's the Big Deal About Oak Park?
Episode 1

What's the Big Deal About Oak Park?

The school year begins at OPRF for Grant, Tiara, Charles, Terrence and Ke'Shawn. Controversy over a Black Lives Matter assembly still reverberates as the school confronts years of racial inequities.

58m
Stranger in a Room
Episode 2

Stranger in a Room

Teacher Jess Stovall intervenes in Ke'Shawn's academic struggles. His mother shares her own troubled history at OPRF. Senior Kendale and junior Chanti grapple with identity. Homecoming Dance is very special for Grant.

60m
There is No Pain That Compares to the Struggle
Episode 3

There is No Pain That Compares to the Struggle

Kendale wrestles to become a starter, while Chanti wresles with emotional trauma. Jess takes on the principal, and senior Jada takes on a teacher. OPRF's football team has a big game and a score to settle.

60m
There's Nothing Funny About Race!
Episode 4

There's Nothing Funny About Race!

Jada's conflict with a teacher grows more intense. Ke'Shawn's run-in threatens his grade. Grant pursues love. Terrence loves Halloween much more than school. Charles and Chanti audition for the poetry slam team.

60m
I Don't Have To Think About Being White
Episode 5

I Don't Have To Think About Being White

White students Caroline and Brendan join the story. Jada's film draws mixed reviews. Terrence's grade hangs in the balance. Christmas lights up Kendale's home, while Ke'Shaen's family may lose theirs.

59m
Listen to the Poem!
Episode 6

Listen to the Poem!

Jada clashes with junior Diane over her new film. Brendan recalls a racially charged basketball past. Tiara and the cheerleading squad go for the gold. Charles' poetry slam team faces an epic challenge.

59m
Tsunami of Privilege
Episode 7

Tsunami of Privilege

Jess Stovall gives her all to engage Ke'Shawn, whose situation has turned dire. Kendale fights to advance in the playoffs, while star teammate Gabe faces unexpected challenges. Terrence rebounds with his mother's help.

59m
Nobody Can Hold You Down
Episode 8

Nobody Can Hold You Down

Chanti discovers a devastating truth about her grandparents. Brendan's parents make him an offer he can't refuse. Caroline's anxiety exacts a heavy toll. Kendale and his team pursue their dream for the ultimate victory.

59m
The Invisible T-Shirt
Episode 9

The Invisible T-Shirt

Kendale goes on a college visit, while Terrence goes to court. Tiara and her mother fall out over grades. Jess pushes the administration to adopt her teacher support program. Prom arrives and Kendale's mother loves it.

59m
America Will Be...
Episode 10

America Will Be...

It’s now or never for Tiara in chemistry. Terrence looks to the future. Caroline wrestles with perfection, while OPRF grapples with imperfect leadership. Kendale, Jada and Gabe celebrate graduation.

89m

Cast

Brendan Barrette

Himself

Diane Barrios-Smith

Herself

Jada Buford

Herself

Charles Donalson

Himself

Caroline Robling-Griest

Herself

Ke'Shawn Kumsa

Himself

Grant Lee

Himself

Kendale McCoy

Himself

Terrence Moore

Himself

Tiara Oliphant

Herself

Crew

Steve James

Executive Producer

Stephanie Rae Smith

Associate Producer

Jeff Skoll

Executive Producer

Justine Nagan

Executive Producer

Joshua Abrams

Original Music Composer

Bing Liu

Assistant Director

Rebecca Parrish

Assistant Director

Kevin Shaw

Assistant Director

Kevin Shaw

Cinematography

Bing Liu

Cinematography

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