About Obama: In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union

"Obama: In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union" is a gripping and insightful 2021 documentary series that chronicles the personal and political journey of President Barack Obama, as America grapples with its racial history. Through the story of one man irrevocably bound to the history of a country, it reflects on the nation's past and present, seeking a more perfect union.

Making / Production

This profound and illuminating series is directed by the Emmy award-winning filmmaker, Peter Kunhardt, produced by George Kunhardt and Teddy Kunhardt. It ideates a captivating narrative using the unique perspective of Barack Obama’s life as a point of departure to navigate the contentious racial history of the United States.

Actors

• Jelani Cobb - a historian and commentator, provides thoughtful insights into Obama's journey. His commentary is sincere and compelling.
• Barack Obama - although not acting but featured as himself, his presence and recorded interviews form the heart of the series. His voice gives weight to the narration and his personal experiences provide the anchor to the story.
• Various other featured persons, including journalists, politicians, and activists, enhance the depth and diversity of perspectives regarding Obama's presidency and American racial history.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The documentary series delivers a comprehensive view using a wealth of footage from public news sources, as well as Obama’s own speeches and interviews.
• Some parts of the documentary feature never seen before footage, providing exclusive insight into Obama’s journey.
• The series encapsulates over three decades of Obama's life and political career, spanning from his early years in Honolulu to his presidential term.

Awards

At this time, no specific awards have been announced related to this documentary.

Quotes

• "America is not just about nationality or ethnicity, or religion. It's about a creed. It's about ideas." - Barack Obama
• “Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.” - Barack Obama
• “We, the people, recognize that we have responsibilities as well as rights; that our destinies are bound together; that a freedom which only asks what’s in it for me, a freedom without love or charity or duty or patriotism, is unworthy of our founding ideals, and those who died in their defense.” - Barack Obama

Music, Soundtrack

• The music and sound for this documentary series were provided by Paul Brill. The soundtrack works in cohesion with the storytelling, enhancing the emotional depth and providing a more immersive viewer experience.