2021 Canadian Screen Awards.

NOMINEE
Donald Brittain Award for Best Social/Political Documentary Program

WHERE TO WATCH

Above the Law

Synopsis:

Above the Law is a searing investigation of the Calgary Police Service, which shot and killed more people than either the NYC or Chicago police departments in 2018. From the kidnapping and beating of a young African immigrant, to a “wellness check” turned fatal, the film exposes extreme police brutality and a justice system that refuses to hold officers accountable.

Nominees:

Geoff Morrison, Marc Serpa Francoeur, Robinder Uppal

Channel:

CBC

Broadcaster:

CBC

Production Company:

Lost Time Media / Big Cedar Films


Above the Law

Synopsis:

Above the Law is a searing investigation of the Calgary Police Service, which shot and killed more people than either the NYC or Chicago police departments in 2018. From the kidnapping and beating of a young African immigrant, to a “wellness check” turned fatal, the film exposes extreme police brutality and a justice system that refuses to hold officers accountable.

Nominees:

Geoff Morrison, Marc Serpa Francoeur, Robinder Uppal

Channel:

CBC

Broadcaster:

CBC

Production Company:

Lost Time Media / Big Cedar Films

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