Docuseries Revisits Hurricane Katrina Through Lens of Race and Resilience

Almost two decades after Hurricane Katrina ravaged New Orleans, a new docuseries delves into the storm's impact through the voices of those who experienced it firsthand. "Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time," directed by Oscar-nominated Traci A. Curry and executive produced by Ryan Coogler, offers a raw exploration of the human cost associated with one of America’s most catastrophic events. Through striking personal narratives and seldom-seen archival footage, the series re-evaluates the disorder, indifference, and resilience that characterized the aftermath of this disaster. In an exclusive discussion, Curry and participant Shelton Alexander emphasize the critical nature of sharing these stories today—not merely to commemorate, but to challenge the narratives that failed survivors then and continue to do so now. Premiering on July 27 via Disney+ and Hulu, the series serves as an intimate and politically charged reminder of how natural calamities can evolve into human-made tragedies due to systemic neglect. (Photo: Sac Observer)