America to Me
America to Me
America to Me
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Overview
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.
Status: Ended
First Air Date: 2018-08-26
Runtime: 0h 55m
Director: Unknown
Writer: Unknown
Top Cast
Brendan Barrette
Brendan Barrette
Himself
Diane Barrios-Smith
Diane Barrios-Smith
Herself
Jada Buford
Jada Buford
Herself
Charles Donalson
Charles Donalson
Himself
Caroline Robling-Griest
Caroline Robling-Griest
Herself
Ke'Shawn Kumsa
Ke'Shawn Kumsa
Himself
Grant Lee
Grant Lee
Himself
Kendale McCoy
Kendale McCoy
Himself
Terrence Moore
Terrence Moore
Himself
Tiara Oliphant
Tiara Oliphant
Herself
Chanti Relf
Chanti Relf
Herself
Gabe Townsell
Gabe Townsell
Himself
Official Videos
America to Me - Official Trailer - Starz
America to Me - Official Trailer - Starz
Episodes - Season 1
What's the Big Deal About Oak Park?
What's the Big Deal About Oak Park?
Episode 1
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.
Stranger in a Room
Stranger in a Room
Episode 2
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.
There is No Pain That Compares to the Struggle
There is No Pain That Compares to the Struggle
Episode 3
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.
There's Nothing Funny About Race!
There's Nothing Funny About Race!
Episode 4
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.
I Don't Have To Think About Being White
I Don't Have To Think About Being White
Episode 5
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.
Listen to the Poem!
Listen to the Poem!
Episode 6
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.
Tsunami of Privilege
Tsunami of Privilege
Episode 7
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.
Nobody Can Hold You Down
Nobody Can Hold You Down
Episode 8
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.
The Invisible T-Shirt
The Invisible T-Shirt
Episode 9
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.
America Will Be...
America Will Be...
Episode 10
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.
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