Wamu 88.5
“Over the last decade, gentrification has become a major issue for the residents of Washington D.C.
Tens of thousands of Black residents have left the city during the 21st century, many being priced out of their homes and neighborhoods. This mass migration has changed the demographics of a place once called “Chocolate City.”
The new documentary “Cracked Shells” examines the impact of gentrification on D.C.’s remaining Black residents. The film navigates the erasure of cultural heritage, through intimate storytelling and the personal narratives of community leaders…”