The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain

The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain

Kenneth Chamberlain Sr. accidentally triggered his medical alert pendant at 5:22am. By 7:00am he was dead.

Directed by David Midell

Produced by Redbird Entertainment, Voltage Pictures

202182 min7.2 / 10

A harrowing true-crime drama about systemic racism and police violence that builds inexorable tension toward a tragic, preventable death.

Based on the true story of the events that led to the death of Kenneth Chamberlain Sr., an elderly African American veteran with bipolar disorder, who was killed during a conflict with police officers who were dispatched to check on him.

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  • Is The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.

  • Does The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 96% of films.

  • Is The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 95% of films.

  • Is The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain easy watching? No. Less comforting than 92% of films.

  • Is The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain violent? Yes. More violent than 85% of films.

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53/ 100

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Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity22

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Surprise72

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love75

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