O.J.: Made in America

A sprawling, sobering documentary that immerses you in decades of racial and cultural history, demanding close attention as it builds a devastating portrait.

Created by

Ezra Edelman

Genres

Documentary

Starring

O. J. Simpson, Danny Bakewell Sr., Willie Brown

Overview

The rise and fall of American football star, O.J. Simpson, from his days growing up in Los Angeles to his murder trial that polarized the country.

How it feels

Dark, tense, melancholic and earnest. Measured and demanding.

About

Race, celebrity, justice, class

Content

Strong violence and language. Mild gore and sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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