BBC Documentary to Reflect on Global Impact of George Floyd's Death Five Years On
Set to premiere on May 9, 2025, the film examines the rise of Black Lives Matter, societal backlash, and the enduring struggle for systemic change.
- The BBC documentary, 'Backlash: The Murder of George Floyd,' marks the five-year anniversary of Floyd's death and its global repercussions.
- The film features interviews with George Floyd's family, former Minneapolis Police Chief Medaria Arradondo, and other prominent figures.
- It explores the worldwide protests sparked by Floyd's death, the rise of the Black Lives Matter movement, and resistance to diversity initiatives in the U.S.
- Using archival footage, user-generated content, and personal testimonies, the documentary examines the events of 2020 and their lasting societal impact.
- The documentary will premiere in UK cinemas on May 9, 2025, before being broadcast on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer later in the month.