Judas and the Black Messiah

Judas and the Black Messiah is a 2021 biographical drama film directed by Shaka King. The film follows the true story of William O'Neal, an FBI informant who infiltrates the Illinois chapter of the Black Panther Party and becomes closely associated with its leader, Fred Hampton. Through O'Neal's perspective, the film explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the power of activism. With a compelling screenplay, powerful performances, and a well-paced narrative, Judas and the Black Messiah offers an insightful look into the complex dynamics of the civil rights movement in the late 1960s.