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Episode details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Series | The Story of Us with Morgan Freeman |
| Episode | Season 1, episode 2 |
| US release date | October 18, 2017, according to Apple TV’s catalog listing |
| Runtime | 44 minutes, according to Apple TV; runtimes may vary by catalog or territory |
| Rating | TV-14, according to Apple TV’s US listing |
What does The Fight for Peace cover?
National Geographic’s episode synopsis describes Freeman traveling to examine cycles of war and peace. It places Bolivia’s Tinku festival, a ritualized combat tradition, alongside Rwanda’s post-genocide reconciliation program as contrasting cases in a broader look at violence and the pursuit of harmony.
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The synopsis presents these as examples for the episode’s exploration; it does not establish that the practices are equivalent or independently validate the episode’s interpretation of them. The episode frames its subject with two questions: “Conflict can drive innovation, but is war necessary?” and “Is peace merely the absence of war?” These are questions posed by the synopsis, not findings attributed to a named expert.
How the two examples differ
The program brings the cases together to consider violence and harmony, but they represent different kinds of situations. The synopsis identifies Tinku as ritualized combat and Rwanda’s program as post-genocide reconciliation; it does not provide enough detail to compare their participants, authorities, or purposes further.
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| Example | How the episode synopsis describes it | Context in the episode |
|---|---|---|
| Bolivia’s Tinku festival | Ritualized combat | Presented as one example in the episode’s exploration of violence |
| Rwanda’s reconciliation program | Post-genocide reconciliation | Presented as a contrasting example in the pursuit of harmony |
Where to watch and teaching resources
National Geographic’s verified YouTube channel lists the full episode, published January 18, 2024. Availability can vary by region and over time. Journeys in Film says the series is available on Amazon and other streaming platforms, and for DVD purchase; that general statement does not confirm current access, stock, or price for a particular listing.
Journeys in Film also provides a discussion guide with a lesson for each of the series’ six episodes, including The Fight for Peace. Its resource page identifies secondary, college, and adult learning audiences.
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FAQ
Which episode is The Fight for Peace?
It is season 1, episode 2 of The Story of Us with Morgan Freeman, a 2017 documentary series.
What examples does the episode discuss?
The official synopsis connects Bolivia’s Tinku festival and Rwanda’s post-genocide reconciliation program in its exploration of violence and harmony.
Where can I watch The Fight for Peace?
National Geographic’s verified YouTube channel lists the full episode. Journeys in Film also gives a general series-level statement about streaming platforms and DVD; check current regional availability with the relevant service or seller.
Is there a discussion guide for the episode?
Yes. Journeys in Film provides an episode-specific lesson in its discussion guide for the six-part series, intended for secondary, college, and adult learning audiences.
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