Rebel

"Rebel" is a documentary that uncovers the hidden history of Loreta Janeta Velazquez, a Cuban-born teenager who fought as an officer in the American Civil War. Defying gender and race norms, Velazquez served as a secret agent for both the Confederacy and Union, and her memoir caused a stir in 1876. The film explores her journey and the societal constraints she faced, offering a fresh perspective on a pivotal moment in American history.

You can stream Rebel on: Apple TV Store

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Rebel include The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats Its Young, American Experience: The Gilded Age, Cracking the Shakespeare Code, The Man Who Saved the World, O.J.: Made in America, Reel Injun.