Netflix's 'Power' Documentary Stirs Controversy Over Policing in America

The new film examines the historical and contemporary issues of policing, drawing criticism and acclaim ahead of its release.

Netflix releases trailer for 'Power', a documentary exploring the divisive history and current state of policing in the U.S.
The film, directed by Yance Ford, uses a mix of essays, interviews, and archival footage to challenge perceptions of law enforcement.
Critics describe the documentary as either a critical examination of police power or as overly biased against law enforcement.
Scheduled for release in theaters on May 10 and on Netflix on May 17, 'Power' is already sparking debates about its portrayal of police.
The documentary links the origins of modern policing to 18th-century slave patrols, highlighting a history of violence and control.