The country is undergoing a reawakening; the young are becoming politically conscious. When revolution is in the air, it is hard to know what is an authentic account of history and what isn’t. Dissent though, has an art form and structure to it and isn’t just chaos. Which is why documentaries are crucial — so we don’t how to stand our ground.

They rewind the news cycle, providing historical context, amplifying voices that get drowned out, and examine the social and political structures that give birth to the movements we are witnessing. We give you a list of documentaries that are a must-watch right now, and the best part — they’re all available to watch on YouTube for free.