Film Analysis: Flag War

Undoubtedly, same-sex marriage has become a polarizing issue that currently plagues every major city in the United States. The argument of whether racial equality and same-sex rights are identical has now become a prolonged fight that seems to have no end in sight. Flag war is a heartbreaking documentary that explores the bias of homosexuality over racism in Columbus, Ohio, a predominantly African/American community, where a group of gay white citizens invades and try to displace the working-class black residents. The intriguing documentary narrates the conflict of interest between African/Americans, who have long been residents of the community and gay homeowners who want to gentrify the area, as well as displace its black-working residents. The documentary centers around three major characters and the experiences: Nina Masseria, a lesbian and realtor; Baba Olugbala, a well-educated black Yoruba priest, and Linda Mitchell, who is not only mentally deranged but also suffers from a disease known as cirrhosis.
Apparently, Nina using her real estate business advantage introduces some compelling building codes and redistricting regulations, which will force black residents to sell their homes to preying gay homeowners in the event that they are unable to remodel their homes. Nina’s plan also includes the …show more content…
Unfortunately, Linda, a recipient of government’s income protection, refuses to honor or observe the codes and housing laws. Her poor financial status does not allow her to carry out any form of repairs on her cars or remodeling on her home; this subsequently eventually lands her in the town’s environmental court, presided over by Judge