Power is a film that explores the history and evolution of policing in the US, arguing that the perceived danger of race is central to the origins and expansion of policing. The film asks uncomfortable questions about privilege, class, and who belongs to the social order, and confronts viewers with the idea that those in power will never concede without a demand.
Power
The American policing system has undergone significant changes, transitioning from a focus on maintaining social order to a emphasis on wielding power.