Human Zoos: America's Forgotten History of Scientific Racism (2019)
55m
Running Time
February 17, 2019Release Date
Human Zoos: America's Forgotten History of Scientific Racism (2019)
55m
Running Time
February 17, 2019Release Date
Plot.
Human Zoos tells the shocking story of how thousands of indigenous peoples were put on public display in America in the early decades of the twentieth century. Often touted as "missing links" between man and apes, these native peoples were harassed and demeaned. Their public display was arranged with the enthusiastic support of the most elite members of the scientific community, and it was promoted uncritically by America's leading newspapers. This award-winning documentary explores the heartbreaking story of what happened, shows how African-American ministers and other people of faith tried to push back, and reveals how some people are still drawing on Social Darwinism in order to dehumanize others. The film also explores the tragic story of eugenics in America, the effort to breed human beings on Darwinian principles.
Where to Watch.

Currently Human Zoos: America's Forgotten History of Scientific Racism is available for streaming online, rent, buy or watch for free on: Amazon Video
Streaming in:🇺🇸 United States
Cast & Crew.

Andres Williams

Ted Williams III

Ted Williams III
Rev. James Gordon

Andres Williams
Narrator

John G. West
Director

John G. West
Writer / Editor

Rachel Adams
Editor

John G. West
Producer

Keith Pennock
Cinematography
