How New Snapchat Docuseries ‘While Black’ Finds Success Tackling Social Issues

Snapchat is looking to expand beyond its roots and have its shows touch on heavier topics. That much is clear, after the recent debut of “While Black,” a new docuseries focusing on several issues facing young African-Americans. Each episode highlights on one serious topic, from gun violence to police brutality, using firsthand video shot on smartphones and interviews with young black men and women to tell its story. “While Black” is spearheaded by creator and host MK Asante, a 21st Century renaissance man who has authored several books, including “Buck,” his acclaimed 2013 memoir, as well as directed, produced and co-written the documentary film “The Black Candle” alongside his mentor Maya Angelou. (The series is produced through Snap’s joint venture with NBCUniversal, Indigo Development and Entertainment Arts, along with Main Event Media.) Asante, while discussing the show with TheWrap, said “While Black” is more than just a vehicle to point out injustice. Instead, he wants to find answers to complex problems. “I believe if you make an observation, you have an obligation,” Asante said. “Which means for me, if I observe something, it’s not enough to just see and observe it, I have to be part of the solution. For...

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