America to Me

8.4/10201855mEnded1 Season · 10 Episodes

Documentary

A year-long immersion into one of Chicago's most progressive and diverse public schools, located in suburban Oak Park. Both intimate and epic, exploring America's charged state of race, culture and education today with unprecedented depth and scope.

Released: Aug 26, 2018

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Seasons

Season 1

10 episodes

Top Cast

Brendan Barrette

Himself

Diane Barrios-Smith

Herself

Jada Buford

Herself

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