July 3, 2014
History books tell the story of segregation. Better still, “If We So Choose” is a documentary short film, produced by Athens, Georgia native Nicole Taylor, which introduces audiences to the people in Athens who not only lived through Jim Crow separatism but fought against it and won. Through the lens of a little known protest demonstration at the lingo laden fast food restaurant, The Varsity, new light is shed on the tall order for equality that was placed by unsung, young, African American heroes.
History is so important. Especially at a time when so many African-American people are wondering what we can do about Ferguson, while our frustration burns cars, cities, ulcers, this is a beautiful reminder that there is always another way. It is difficult to know which road will take us there when our starting points are so diverse, but I applaud this story, as the message of my parent’s generation rings clear. Thanks for sharing.