ALGIERS, AMERICA (2023)
Algiers, America is a five-part documentary that chronicles the journey of Coach Brice Brown, the Edna Karr Cougars, and their quest for a fifth state championship in six years. Connected to the Cougars are a collection of compelling characters in and out of the school – a passionate community leader and educator, a charismatic marching band leader, and a group of families fighting the epidemics of gun violence and mass imprisonment. Altogether, the series is a rare, authentic, captivating, candid, and sometimes difficult look at life in a community fighting to be defined by triumph on the football field and far beyond. This limited docu-series will at once break your heart and inspire you with its gripping tale, unforgettable characters, and tribute to possibility. Now available to stream on Hulu.
Directed by Jackson Fager
Executive Producers Raina Kelley, Jackson Fager, Jeff Fager, David Rohde, Connor Schell, Libby Geist
Co - Executive Producers Marquis Darcy, Joe Langford, Durado Brooks, Jr.
Consulting Producers Dr. Ashonta Wyatt, Darcy McKinnon
Producers Kristen Lappas, Raza Naqvi
Cinematographer Mack Woodbuff
Edited by Steve Nesmick, Joe Langford
Original Music by Chad Cannon
Crew
New Orleans Film Festival
Official Selection
GOLDEN GLOBES: Docs: "Algiers, America" – Between Triumph and Heartbreak
DECIDER: Stream It Or Skip It: ‘Algiers, America’ on Hulu, a Documentary Series Profiling a Talented High School Football Team in One of America’s Most Dangerous Places
NEW YORK TIMES: How Much Watching Time Do You Have This Weekend?
NOLA.COM: In 'Algiers, America,' Edna Karr football team struggles for greatness against the odds
