Power

This documentary examines the evolution of policing in the United States, tracking how the scale and scope of law enforcement grew over several centuries. The film explores the relationship between the state and its citizens, specifically questioning whether the balance of power favors the police or the general public.

The film was directed by Yance Ford, who also served as a producer and the narrator. It follows Ford's earlier project, Strong Island, and was co-written by Ian Olds. The production was a collaboration between Story Syndicate, Multitude Films, and Corvidae Media. The cast includes interviews with various academics and professionals, including sociology professor Julian Go, NYU professor Nikhil Pal Singh, Harvard lecturer Aaron Bekemeyer, journalist Wesley Lowery, and Police Inspector Charlie Adams.

Released on May 10, 2024, the film has a runtime of 88 minutes. Audience reception is mixed to positive across platforms. On IMDb, the movie holds a rating of 6.1/10 based on 901 votes, while on TMDB, it has a higher score of 7/10 from 17 votes.