The Rachel Divide

The Rachel Divide directed by Laura Brownson is a documentary exploring the controversial story of Rachel Dolezal. Dolezal had risen to become head of her local N.A.A.C.P chapter but was later publicly disgraced when her true identity as a white woman passing for black was revealed. The film delves deep into Dolezal's backstory exploring her upbringing by parents whom she claims were physically and psychologically abusive using on-camera interviews. The documentary shows how she became a respected university instructor and activist and how she fell from grace. The film also explores Dolezal's motivations for her actions and its impact on her family and the public.

You can stream The Rachel Divide on: Netflix

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