Iowa Civil Rights Commission Racism Videos

Speech by Dr.Martin Luther King, Jr. 18 min.

Subject Title Audience

Racism Blue Eyed
General

Jane Elliot believes it is essential for whites to experience, if only for a few hours, the emotional impact of bias. In her diversity workshop, she discriminates among a group of 40 typical Midwestern adults based on eye color. In no time, members become distracted and depressed, demonstrating the impact of discrimination on achievement and self-esteem. 93 min.

Changing the Odds in Iowa
General

While the issues facing young Black males in America can be disheartening, this video focuses on positive success stories. Three Iowa Black males who have achieved professional and personal success are profiled. 27 min.

Ethnic Notions: Black People in White Minds
General

An award-winning documentary which takes viewers on a disturbing voyage through American history, tracing the evolution of deeply-rooted stereotypes which have fueled bigotry and prejudice. 57 min.

Eye of the Storm & A Class Divided
General

Teacher Jane Elliott does the "blue eyes-brown eyes" experiment with her class, in which each child experiences what it's like to be discriminated against. 25 min.

In the sequel, the children are interviewed 15 years later about the impact of the experiment on their lives. 1 hour

Free Indeed
General

A video drama about racism that challenges white viewers to think about the privileges that come with being white in North America, with suggestions for examining old assumptions and dismantling racism. 23 min.

"I Have A Dream"
General

Myth of Race
General

Several centuries ago, "race" as we know it did not exist. This video traces the history of the social construct of race from its beginnings in European politics and anthropology to its continuing destructive effects today. While the social construct of race is founded on biological myth, its power to control who is "on top" remains powerful. Originally developed as a computer-based slide presentation for youth, the video incorporates still and animated images with narration and music to present the material in a nonthreatening way. For high school through adult audiences. Designed as an introductory companion piece to Free Indeed, a video on white privilege. 19 min. color VHS

Prejudice: Dividing the Dream
General

A program which helps individuals and society honestly face the distressing elements of prejudice by offering perspectives on its causes and suggesting possible remedies. Victims of prejudice reveal their suffering and explain their hopes for the future. 25 min.

Skin Deep
General

With remarkable openness and candor, a diverse group of college students come together to share their anger, pain, confusion, and hope. This film encourages self-examination and dialogue as it takes us beneath the surface of America's racial divide. 53 min.

Town Meeting on Race
General

The first of the national town hall meetings as part of President Clinton's initiative on race. He outlines a plan to create educational opportunity zones, and takes comments from 67 students, business-persons, and scholars. 113 min.

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Subject	Title	Audience

Racism	Blue Eyed	General Jane Elliot believes it is essential for whites to experience, if only for a few hours, the emotional impact of bias. In her diversity workshop, she discriminates among a group of 40 typical Midwestern adults based on eye color. In no time, members become distracted and depressed, demonstrating the impact of discrimination on achievement and self-esteem. 93 min.
	Changing the Odds in Iowa	General While the issues facing young Black males in America can be disheartening, this video focuses on positive success stories. Three Iowa Black males who have achieved professional and personal success are profiled. 27 min.
	Ethnic Notions: Black People in White Minds	General An award-winning documentary which takes viewers on a disturbing voyage through American history, tracing the evolution of deeply-rooted stereotypes which have fueled bigotry and prejudice. 57 min.
	Eye of the Storm & A Class Divided	General Teacher Jane Elliott does the "blue eyes-brown eyes" experiment with her class, in which each child experiences what it's like to be discriminated against. 25 min. In the sequel, the children are interviewed 15 years later about the impact of the experiment on their lives. 1 hour
	Free Indeed	General A video drama about racism that challenges white viewers to think about the privileges that come with being white in North America, with suggestions for examining old assumptions and dismantling racism. 23 min.
	"I Have A Dream"	General
	Myth of Race	General Several centuries ago, "race" as we know it did not exist. This video traces the history of the social construct of race from its beginnings in European politics and anthropology to its continuing destructive effects today. While the social construct of race is founded on biological myth, its power to control who is "on top" remains powerful. Originally developed as a computer-based slide presentation for youth, the video incorporates still and animated images with narration and music to present the material in a nonthreatening way. For high school through adult audiences. Designed as an introductory companion piece to Free Indeed, a video on white privilege. 19 min. color VHS
	Prejudice: Dividing the Dream	General A program which helps individuals and society honestly face the distressing elements of prejudice by offering perspectives on its causes and suggesting possible remedies. Victims of prejudice reveal their suffering and explain their hopes for the future. 25 min.
	Skin Deep	General With remarkable openness and candor, a diverse group of college students come together to share their anger, pain, confusion, and hope. This film encourages self-examination and dialogue as it takes us beneath the surface of America's racial divide. 53 min.
	Town Meeting on Race	General The first of the national town hall meetings as part of President Clinton's initiative on race. He outlines a plan to create educational opportunity zones, and takes comments from 67 students, business-persons, and scholars. 113 min.