Oprah Winfrey Presents: When They See Us Now

Oprah Winfrey Presents: When They See Us Now is a documentary that elicits strong emotional responses centered on the profound injustice faced by the Central Park Five. The audience experiences high levels of **Empathy** for the exonerated men's suffering and resilience, coupled with deep **Sadness** over their lost youth and wrongful imprisonment. A significant emotion is **Anger** at the systemic failures and racial bias that led to their conviction. Despite the tragic past, the film also evokes considerable **Inspiration** from the men's strength and their ability to rebuild their lives, alongside **Relief** and **Satisfaction** in witnessing their exoneration and the telling of their true story. There is also a strong sense of **Hope** for their future and for broader societal justice, and **Disgust** at the perpetrators of the injustice. **Curiosity** about their journey and the impact of the original series is also a notable response.