The 1619 Project — Season 1, Episode 4: Capitalism
Documentary • 62 min • 1 season, 6 episodes • ★ 5.1/10
Episode synopsis
Nikole Hannah-Jones’ family and current labor battles are the lens for “Capitalism”, which explores how slavery formed the bedrock of American capitalism and how this foundation of brutality continues to permeate our deeply unequal economic system.
About The 1619 Project
In keeping with the original project, this series seeks to reframe the country's history by placing the consequences of slavery and the contributions of black Americans at the very center of our national narrative.