The Barber of Little Rock | 2024 Oscar-Nominated Documentary Short | The New Yorker Documentary

John Hoffman and Christine Turner’s short film follows Arlo Washington as he helps members of his community escape the hazards of banking while Black. "The Barber of Little Rock" is nominated for Best Documentary Short at the 96th Academy Awards.
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[@obrekmedia]

Protect Mr. Washington at all costs. He’s doing great things for his people and community.

[@Roseeeee11]

1000000 procent same thought🎉

[@cwhit8481]

Praying for you Sir, and those working with you. Praying that the freedom and path up out of poverty continues in Little Rock and spreads to neighboring Louisiana.

[@seventhfirestephanie8740]

Even if this documentary doesn't win an Oscar, it's already a winner for helping and inspiring people in need. Bravo.

[@Chicago48]

Education, education, education. Also a positive mind set. If you're born in the ghetto and into poverty you grow up with that mentality. It's hard to break free of that mind set (I don't have anything, it's too hard, etc. etc.)

[@purpleness64]

Oh yes

[@nakho3550]

How exactly does this inspire someone? Why on earth would this even be nominated foe an award? On what grounds is it award worthy? I don't see it. I have seen 100s of KZbin documentaries better than this in terms of scope and production.

[@hestakingit]

@@nakho3550Why would anybody try to explain anything to you when we can just go back to talking to each other about how inspired we are? 😂✌🏾

[@nakho3550]

@@hestakingit inspired to do what? You are going to lend someone money in your neighborhood?

[@ulookgood594]

If Kat William's interview can get 50 million views, then this should get just as many. Spread the word about this film.

[@kitbornstein5446]

I am 💜

[@waynelomax4291]

This inspires the remnant. The game changers are always a remnant. 50 views do not want to change anything. I pray that this helps me to do more.

[@Jean-savedbygrace]

This should get a lot more views than Kat Williams. Unfortunately many people don't like uplifting, informative videos like this as much as they like gossip and negativity.

[@sugarfootjones3218]

Just shared it to my instagram!! This needs to be spread!!

[@Iamthatgirl59]

So true!

[@electra424]

Thank you Mr. Washington for showing us that this is possible. Your mother would be so incredibly proud of you.

[@nakho3550]

What is possible? Charity?

[@electra424]

​@@nakho3550loans≠charity that's pretty basic

[@kitbornstein5446]

Yes she IS ❤

[@86Kera]

Barbers being some of the first entrepreneurs in the black community is something special and I hope this inspiring film takes the award .

[@kitbornstein5446]

Me too. It gets my vote. The Best for a varieof real reasons🎉🏆💜

[@Cameraartist1432]

It was an honor working on this Film with John and Arlo as well as cast and crew Arlo is an amazing individual. Blessed🙏🏽

[@nakho3550]

I'm half way through and I have heard the word reparations yet. How can one mention the wealth gap without mentioning reparations for American Descendants of Slaves?

[@alexkreiner5461]

This is what the American Dream really is: bringing prosperity not only to yourself but those around you. You are fighting for the rights, abilities, and livelihoods of your fellow community and also your country, and it is truly a noble cause if there ever was one. You are not only bringing light into the world but actively recruiting others and training others to do the same. Mr. Washington, you're correct in saying that it is just getting started. Thank you so much for spreading awareness and educating us all on these various problems in a hopeful and instructive way. Also, congratulations on the Oscar Nomination! It's such an impressive achievement and a notable milestone in spreading awareness:)

[@kitbornstein5446]

Ditto 💜 🏆BEST FILM

[@vernawestbrook]

Congratulations on your progress, and the nomination ❤🎉🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 YAH Bless you.

[@theultimatereductionist7592]

MOST PATRIOTIC DOCUMENTARY EVER!

[@carronculture6182]

This has to be one of the most thought-provoking documentaries I’ve seen in a long time. For Us By Us

[@user-mu3xk7ie2t]

Real life

[@mozarkslezeystreet6310]

I'm in a homeless shelter in the Bronx, & this documentary inspired me to wanna help, thank you for that.

[@nakho3550]

You are in a homeless shelter and you want to help? 😂 You need help buddy.

[@knos360]

​@nakho3550 ypu miserable Peice of Dog Sheeet..YOU NEED HELP...

[@ayodeledavid3034]

@@nakho3550this is completely rude and disrespectful what are you doing to help people you’re just making fun of someone whose trying to

[@dwannamckay6221]

I'm a professor & teach about economic/racial injustice. My students will be watching this documentary the first day of the classes I teach,.

[@sandrarichardson761]

Now this is what giving back to your community looks like. 👏🏽 . Congratulations on your much deserved oscar nomination 👏🏽

[@librasoul1705]

As far as I'm concerned this brother and this documentary are winners already!!!!!💪🏾🏆

[@brittmcvargas4002]

Bravo Mr. Washington! You are a huge inspiration for all of us who seek justice in this world.

[@leedee2598]

not all superheroes wear capes! Mr Washington is an inspiration...

[@comemeetablackperson]

This is the path in 2024 for the Black community!

[@sterlingfury]

These services should be available in every community and there's no excuse for such an incredibly wealthy country to allow poverty to be soooooo pervasive

[@LatinaStarling]

The 2 minutes of looking each other in the eyes brought me to tears. That was powerful 😢

[@TerlinguaTalkeetna]

Looking past people happens in wealthy neighborhoods and in working class poor ones. Seeing people deeply means seeing their pain and THEN by bring some compassion,joy, and love where there wasn't any, you change the world for the better. Well done Arlo and for the team that made this short. Great post!

[@carolevans823]

Same. I had tears running down my face. Beautiful. Great film-I hope it wins an Oscar but it's already a winner, IMO.

[@traceyjackson294]

me too

[@contempl8ive]

If only we could spend 2 minutes looking into each other’s eyes with love and compassion, maybe this world wouldn’t be in such a cold, hard mess.

[@paulaharrell4648]

Excellent documentary!!! It does not need Oscar approval to be a winner❤💯 Thank you!!

[@stevie0323]

It only takes 1 to light the fire…May this flame continue to spread ♥️🖤💚

[@TyLewis17]

This is the neighborhood and city I grew up in! It’s so important to share the journey of the people who deserve and are worthy of the same opportunities as everyone else! I loved watching this! Keep improving and impacting our communities Mr. Washington…THANK YOU! 🏁🖤

[@user-mu3xk7ie2t]

💙

[@mgbl2808]

Yes!! Yes!!

[@GatgerGaming]

Mr. Arlo Washington. 21st Century Hero.

[@themysteryguy8317]

This BIG. This brother is the men we had in the 60s

[@andreawebb6057]

This film spoke to my heart. As a black person who has worked in mainstream banking for several years I have seen the injustice occur so many times. Refreshing to see black economic empowerment happening at the grassroot level for black people by black people.✊🏾👏🏾

[@MsGoldmind7]

Excellent film! Thank you Mr. Washington for being a true inspiration and for all that you’re doing for the community.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@sharonhendrix7496]

Bravo. The struggle continues but there is hope. Thank you The Barber of Little Rock.🙏🏽

[@CJ-xg6ii]

Love how Mr. Washington continues his mother’s dream. His efforts and achievements are amazing.♥️

[@soccerguy325]

Beautiful film. The world needs more people like Arlo Washington!!

[@theresajackson9492]

Another brilliant documentary. This is the second one I saw the other is, The Last Repair Shop. Gems of humanity.

[@charlesmasanso2920]

Both very brilliant documentaries

[@kimtaylor489]

Arlo Washinton, you are amazing. The private sector needs to step up financially to empower more Mr. Washingtons in communities around the country.

[@tiffanieturner771]

Thank you, Mr. Washingon, for bringing economic wealth to LR underserved communities and helping people achieve their dreams.

[@selenasimmons6653]

Mr. Washington has taken up the cause his mother started! I really hope People's Trust is able to do more larger loans for more automotive! More for businesses and they can help a community thrive like never before! You have inspired many!!

[@carolj.s4300]

"strength for this journey"...what an inspiring story...love this!!!

[@jenjacuzzi]

Your Mom would be so proud!

[@Gogetter795]

The lost of your mother 2 weeks before your high school graduation broke my heart.😢 I would be more than lost 😞 May bless you for your kindness and care.

[@elizabethm.claman9972]

Deeply moving and heroic! Nothing is taken for granted., but compassion, creating spaces where love and justice prevail...That's worth more than anything. I LOVED this documentary!

[@ms.marimac]

I spent my college years in Little Rock, and although I graduated 11 years ago, this city still holds a special place in my heart. Thanks for highlighting the beautiful people working to make Little Rock better.

[@niablee]

“This is about being FREE!” 👏🏾 Powerful documentary and truly inspiring!

[@sandraclark9603]

Congratulations Mr Washington. I hadn’t heard about you before this but got feeling your mission will grow exponentially! Thank you for caring!

[@zb2363]

I’d love Mr. Washington to start training seminars for people who want to replicate what he has done. It would be so beautiful to see these lending institutions that are changing lives all over this country. Yeah we’re going

[@garlicgirl3149]

I agree!!!

[@yeahthatguy810]

This should be a blueprint of how we treat respect and think of each other. Nobody knows what we have gone through or go through better than us. When we stand together and believe in ourselves and our brothers and sisters, allowing for errors and mistakes, we all get stronger together.

[@emileebaker8520]

This gets me so excited. These neighborhoods like Rose City in NLR need to be uplifted and for so long I was worried that the only way that would ever happen would be through gentrification, which would have such a negative effect on the culture and character of those neighborhoods. Mr. Washington and businesses like his give me real hope for the future of these neighborhoods that have, for so long, desperately needed this sort of TLC.

[@tomekiawilliams8841]

Perfectly said and whoever taught you this is brilliant. I luv to see black young men knowing about economic wealth

[@bettygrady9282]

If we don't help each other, no one will. This documentary is very inspiring and uplifting. The Oscar nomination is well deserved, and hoping for the win, for this exceptional piece of journalism.🙏🏾❤❤

[@TheJulianFenison]

Born and raised in Arkansas and currently living in Texas. I needed to see this today. Thank you so much, and congratulations on the Oscar nomination.

[@indigirl28]

A pure example of being a lender and not a borrower and teaching others how to do it as well.

[@nyceflix]

Thank you Arlo. Bless you brother.

[@sonyajones9441]

This brought tears😢😢😢❤❤❤

[@socdy600]

Perfect!!! I can see this company becoming a nationwide company and helping billions! You got this my brother much love and continuous abundance to you and your family

[@kitbornstein5446]

Yes, you got this!!!

[@snookycalvin6286]

Best thing I've seen for the black community. Thanks for caring

[@zentherapist1]

I’m grateful for this film that introduced you to the rest of us. Thank you for your commitment & example.

[@TeesTeaTime]

This is beautifully executed. Thank you Mr. Washington for selflessly giving to our community. Please keep it up.

[@philgarrison]

What an amazing film! I loved it. Thank you for creating it.

[@rachelchevalier1586]

Best news I’ve had in a long time. Thank you Mr Washington

[@Angela-pi6zc]

Thank you, Mr. Arlo

[@user-it6uf3hp3n]

Arlo, we wish you continued success in all your endeavors.

[@laurellear8968]

Amazing!! What a blessing to the community! Rebirth!

[@melissamiles7170]

We are so Godly proud of you. We join the fight! 🙏🏾❤️

[@shondah.2195]

Amazing story and major salute to Mr. Washington and his desire and passion to help others and his community. When we invest in ourselves and others their is no limit to the power we can achieve. Wishing him continued blessings and success. 💚🖤❤️

[@StevenTyler94]

Congratulations on the Oscar nomination!

[@eleanakouneliyoga]

This documentary is inspiring, moving, and so so human. It's always up to the community to help the community. I wish more small businesses could thrive and assist the community like you do. This is incredible.

[@Deh.Viital]

"This is about being free"! WOW, amazing doc!!! Long live to Mr. Washington and his team!!

[@vestcoat]

Thank you for making this documentary available to watch here.

[@heatherbroner18]

Thoughtfully and beautiful done. Congrats Arlo. Little Rock is amzingly blessed to have you and your vision.

[@snteag]

Thank you for all that you do Mr. Washington. I hope and pray your mission is a success!

[@rubybubbles4347]

Kudos to you Sir, you are truly a vessel! The ripples of hope you are creating in the vast ocean of disparity will definitely change the trajectory of so many families generationally!!!

[@user-js6ex7jh7e]

This was absolutely an amazing short documentary 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 I am inspired to help my community even more than I have been. 💯

[@cameronthompson1837]

“This is about freedom”. The brother near the end understood the success but also understood how some would see this as a threat. Be mindful of those who prey and benefit off of you captivity.

[@soyeljefe8502]

Congratulations on the thought provoking documentary and the impact Arlo and team are making in their community. I hope we can one day eliminate the plague of poverty that our country faces.

[@kristamead3758]

Love you, Mr. Washington. I wish more people would have the courage to do what you have done to make this great nation a place where freedom rings for all. Many Hugs, Krista

[@danielblkmor]

This is how you build a community ❤.

[@denrenjen1964]

This was so, so beautiful, compassionate and empathetic...bravo!!

[@yolandawhitfield900]

Thank you for shining a light on what's really going on and the changes that need to happen, to make it and us better. Your mother is proud of you and so are we! Congratulations on your Oscar nomination!

[@lovejon20]

Tears of joy...mr.washington I'm supporting you forever

[@joannjohnson1653]

Outstanding ❤️ 💯💢💥💥🙌👏👏👏 every black person should see this!!! .. we can do better and help ourselves obtain economic justice ⚖️

[@Watchmewatch5752]

Every white person should also see this! Many whites do not understand BLM and underestimate systemic racism

[@TexasTee12]

Omg! I love this!! Blessings to everyone involved! 🙏🏽

[@tiffanypotter7528]

Congratulations, Mr. Washington!! I'm so happy and proud of you 🎉

[@reginawheeler966]

🖤🖤🖤 He said what he said and we ain't looking back. Fear Who? Nobody. Let's Go. 🖤🖤🖤

[@dareencampbell125]

Congrats Arlo! This level of entrepreneurship has always been in your blood!

[@andreaboyle5273]

Arlo Washington -- you are amazing! I am so impressed with the kindness, love , education and wealth you are sharing with others. If only every community had one of you. Our world would be a much better place!

[@julietteanne6570]

Hallelujah, I pray supernatural blessings upon you and your progrram:)

[@user-sn7gb5cy2j]

I felt the comments that those with power would notice what he was accomplishing and try to end it. It’s what I feared through out the film.

[@angelacritton1372]

Congratulations Mr. Washington 🎉

[@judithharrison578]

What a Commendable Feat Sir Washington👏👏👏👏I Applaud you Immensely..oh Yeah..We afi find a way to MASH DOWN THAT RED LINE OF DERISION!!! WELL DONE👏👏👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏

[@seekinsoulz693]

Representing the 501!

[@margaretbirch3367]

I live in the capital of Canada. I am white and am retiring at the end of April as a Director of Finance for a 500-room hotel. So many Canadian retirees spend 5 months in Florida every winter. This film was so inspiring I wonder how I could contribute to a black community in the southern US during my retirement by volunteering in some way.

[@loriebrown1617]

Please do. Thx you! 💟

[@leahjoyceful]

give money!

[@Charrisnemtblueprint]

His mom would be so proud ❤

[@NicoleTaylorSoprano]

This was an excellent film! Congratulations on your nomination!

[@user-qx5ri5ds2s]

Excellent documentary and thank you to people like Mr. Washington who look out for their community. Education and opportunity are the foundation to upward mobility and the building of wealth for all people.

[@vjmonae4]

We need to wake up as a people. Love, respect and support each other.😊

[@leliz64]

Inspiring and thought provoking. Thank you to all involved behind and in front of the camera, and thank you New Yorker Magazine for making this documentary available on a free to the public platform.

[@kristinemunholland8980]

Thank you for telling this story. I had never heard of a CDFI. It would be wonderful if this became more widely available. You can see what a difference Mr. Washington is making. I hope it wins the Oscar so more people will learn about this effort.

[@kfx216]

This really shows what the challenges are, and how they can be addressed. Mr. Washington is an inspiration. I wonder if he can set up training and mentoring so others can set up similar empowerment banks in other communities. Bravo!

[@aprileverett5803]

What a great film! I hope it win the Oscar!

[@mavphillips9130]

Absolutely Oscar worthy🎉 Honestly this stopped me in my tracks.. wow!

[@ps3selecttv248]

Bravo to all who contributed to this documentary!

[@brendaphillips6379]

To sum up this documentary in one word it would be "Inspiring"! Mr.Washington is a gifted businessman who made it possible for us to have hope, trust, and a legacy for future generations. May YAH continue to bless you and your efforts.

[@user-sh5or5sh3s]

Inclusion not exclusion! Amen. Life is so much richer when your community is diverse.

[@garysmith4796]

Amen. Remember Little Rock's west 9th street.

[@michela3150]

Bless your heart, Arlo.