About 3 1/2 Minutes, Ten Bullets (HBO)

3 1/2 Minutes, Ten Bullets is an American documentary film that premiered at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival. The film, directed by Marc Silver, tells the heartbreaking story of Jordan Davis, a black teenager who was killed for playing his music too loud. This HBO documentary sheds light on the complex issues of racial bias, gun violence, and the flaws of the American justice system.

Making / Production

Marc Silver directed this documentary with a precise and clear vision. The film was shot on location in Florida and includes court footage, interviews, and recreations to tell the tragic story. The production team was dedicated to staying true to the events and presenting them in a gripping, honest, and compassionate manner.

Actors

• Ron Davis - Jordan's father, who turned his grief into activism. Ron Davis portrayed himself in a manner that was both heart-wrenching and inspiring.
• Lucia McBath - Jordan's mother, also portrayed herself, showing immense strength amidst her sorrow.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This film won the U.S. Documentary Special Jury Award for Social Impact at the Sundance Film Festival in 2015.
• Jordan Davis's case was one of the catalysts for the Black Lives Matter movement.

Awards

3 1/2 Minutes, Ten Bullets garnered the U.S. Documentary Special Jury Award for Social Impact at the Sundance Film Festival in 2015. It was also nominated for several other awards, including Best Documentary Feature at the Gotham Awards.

Quotes

• "You shoot a boy over some music and say it's not about race." - Ron Davis
• "This, indeed, is not just another day. This is yet another too early, too wrong death." - Lucia McBath

Music, Soundtrack

• The film features a haunting, minimalist score by Todd Boekelheide that emphasizes the somber tone of the proceedings.
• Music tracks featured in the film include various songs that were favorites of Jordan Davis, adding a personal dimension to the narrative.