"Birth of a Nation," released in 1915, is a silent film directed by D.W. Griffith that portrays the relationship between two families during the American Civil War and Reconstruction era. The film is notorious for its glorified depiction of the Ku Klux Klan and its racist portrayal of African Americans, contributing to its controversial legacy. While it was groundbreaking in terms of cinematic techniques and narrative structure, its content has sparked significant criticism for promoting white supremacy and perpetuating harmful stereotypes. The film had a profound impact on American society and cinema, influencing both film-making and racial attitudes.
As heroes
Birth of a Nation portrayed the Ku Klux Klan as a civic organization.
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People were inspired to form a new Ku Klux Klan.
They were seen as the "good guys" defending the civilian populace from rampaging blacks. Criticism of this portrayal of the KKK led to Griffith making "Intolerance" as a form of apology.
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The film Birth of a Nation
Racism
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The Birth of a Nation
Birth of a Nation portrayed the Ku Klux Klan as a civic organization.
The United States - it was a film about the American Civil War.
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"The Birth of a Nation" (1915).
"The Birth of a Nation" was released on February 8, 1915.
The Ku Klux Klan was formed.