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Eyes on the Prize: A Window into the American Civil Rights Movement

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<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0"> <meta name="description" content="A comprehensive overview of Eyes on the Prize, the landmark documentary series on the American Civil Rights Movement."> <link rel="stylesheet" href="style.css"> <figure> <img class="_2MjYm m8xym o5V7O oxpqo" alt="Poster For Eyes On The Prize Documentary Series Eyes On The Prize: The Pursuit Of Power In Africa" width="1360" height="900" src="https://tse2.mm.bing.net/th?q=Poster-For-Eyes-On-The-Prize-Documentary-Series&amp;w=672&amp;c=7&amp;rs=1&amp;p=t0&amp;dpr=1&amp;pid=1.7&amp;mkt=en-US&amp;adlt=on"> </figure> Eyes on the Prize is a landmark documentary series that chronicles the American Civil Rights Movement from 1954 to 1965. Produced by Blackside, Inc. and narrated by Julian Bond, Eyes on the Prize was first broadcast on PBS in 1987 and has since become a classic of American documentary filmmaking. The series consists of 14 episodes, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the Civil Rights Movement. The episodes cover a wide range of topics, from the Montgomery Bus Boycott to the March on Washington to the Selma to Montgomery marches. Eyes on the Prize also features interviews with key figures in the movement, including Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, and Malcolm X. Eyes on the Prize has been praised for its comprehensive coverage of the Civil Rights Movement, its powerful storytelling, and its impact on American society. The series has won numerous awards, including 11 Emmy Awards and a Peabody Award. Eyes on the Prize has also been inducted into the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress. <h2>Overview of the Episodes</h2> **Episode 1: Awakenings (1954-1956)** This episode focuses on the early years of the Civil Rights Movement, from the Supreme Court's Brown v. Board of Education decision to the Montgomery Bus Boycott. **Episode 2: Fighting Back (1957-1960)** This episode covers the period of nonviolent resistance and direct action campaigns, including the Little Rock Nine and the sit-ins at lunch counters. **Episode 3: Ain't Scared of Your Jails (1960-1961)** This episode focuses on the Freedom Rides and the Albany Movement, two key moments in the fight for desegregation. **Episode 4: No Easy Walk (1961-1963)** This episode covers the March on Washington and the Birmingham Campaign, two major events in the movement. **Episode 5: Mississippi: Is This America? (1962-1964)** This episode focuses on the struggle for voting rights in Mississippi, one of the most violent and difficult battlegrounds of the Civil Rights Movement. **Episode 6: Bridge to Freedom (1965)** This episode covers the Selma to Montgomery marches and the Voting Rights Act of 1965, two major victories for the movement. **Episode 7: The Promised Land (1967-1968)** This episode looks at the aftermath of the Civil Rights Movement, including the rise of Black Power and the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr. **Episode 8: The Time Has Come (1968-1970)** This episode covers the Poor People's Campaign and the Kerner Commission, two important events in the late 1960s. **Episode 9: The Power of the Ballot (1970-1974)** This episode focuses on the Voting Rights Act of 1975 and the impact of the Civil Rights Movement on American politics. **Episode 10: The Reagan Years (1980-1988)** This episode looks at the impact of the Reagan administration on the Civil Rights Movement. **Episode 11: Eyes on the Prize II (1985-1995)** This update to the original series covers the Civil Rights Movement from 1985 to 1995. **Episode 12: The Fire Next Time (1995-2000)** This episode focuses on the rise of racial inequality and the resurgence of white supremacy in the late 20th century. **Episode 13: The Road to Brown (2000-2004)** This episode looks back at the Brown v. Board of Education decision and its impact on American education. **Episode 14: The Time for Justice (2004-Present)** This episode covers the Civil Rights Movement in the 21st century, including the Black Lives Matter movement. <h2>Legacy of Eyes on the Prize</h2> Eyes on the Prize has had a profound impact on American society. The series has helped to educate generations of Americans about the Civil Rights Movement and its importance. Eyes on the Prize has also inspired activists and organizers to continue the fight for racial justice. Eyes on the Prize is a landmark documentary series that deserves a place in every American classroom and home. The series is a powerful reminder of the struggle for civil rights and the importance of never giving up on the dream of equality. <h2>Additional Resources</h2> * [Eyes on the Prize website](https://www.eyesontheprize.org/) * [Eyes on the Prize on PBS](https://www.pbs.org/video/eyes-on-the-prize/) * [Eyes on the Prize on Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.com/Eyes-Prize-Julian-Bond/dp/B00000JBZV/) * [Eyes on the Prize on iTunes](https://itunes.apple.com/us/tv-season/eyes-on-the-prize-1954-1965/id1208866198)