A_Choice_of_Weapons:_Inspired_by_Gordon_Parks
A Choice of Weapons: Inspired by Gordon Parks
2021 documentary film
A Choice of Weapons: Inspired by Gordon Parks is a 2021 documentary film that follows the life of the photographer and filmmaker Gordon Parks. Its title derives from Parks’ 1967 autobiography.[2][3] The film features Devin Allen, Jelani Cobb, Anderson Cooper, Ava DuVernay, Nelson George, Jamel Shabazz, Spike Lee, and LaToya Ruby Frazier.[4]
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It was directed and produced by John Maggio for HBO Documentary Films; Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz served as executive producers.[1] The film had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on June 18, 2021.[5]
At the 43rd News and Documentary Emmy Awards the project received three nomiations, including Best Documentary and Outstanding Arts and Culture Documentary.