GATEWAYS
CASE STUDY 3a:
AMERICA'S MOST WANTED
1988 - 2012 American Television program premised on recreating a fugitive’s alleged crimes and their aftermath as well as featured on-camera interviews of victims, witnesses, family members, and police. It sought to help law enforcement apprehend fugitives with the help of their audience. With over 25 seasons, the show’s peak reached approximately over 20 million viewers.
Discussion Questions
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How was the Black Liberation Movement portrayed?
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How did you feel watching the recreation of the crime and the imagery throughout the clip?
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How do you think this would impact those watching America’s Most Wanted on a weekly basis? What would their opinions be around the police and prison system in regards to crime rate and approval of the system?
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