I Am Somebody
Originally released in 1970. I Am Somebody is a documentary film. directed by Madeline Anderson. At just 30 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ralph Abernathy, Coretta Scott King, and Andrew Young
Synopsis
Madeline Anderson’s documentary brings viewers to the front lines of the civil rights movement during the 1969 Charleston hospital workers’ strike, when 400 poorly paid Black women went on strike to demand union recognition and a wage increase, only to find themselves in confrontation with the National Guard and the state government. Anderson personally participated in the strike, along with such notable figures as Coretta Scott King, Ralph Abernathy and Andrew Young, all affiliated with Martin Luther King’s Southern Christian Leadership Conference. Anderson’s film shows the courage and resiliency of the strikers and the support they received from the local black community. It is an essential filmed record of this important moment in the history of civil and women’s rights. The film is also notable as arguably the first televised documentary on civil rights directed by a woman of color, solidifying its place in American film history.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1970
56 years ago
Runtime
0h 30m
30 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (12 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- American Foundation on Nonviolence
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I Am Somebody about?
Madeline Anderson’s documentary brings viewers to the front lines of the civil rights movement during the 1969 Charleston hospital workers’ strike, when 400 poorly paid Black women went on stri...
Who directed I Am Somebody?
I Am Somebody was directed by Madeline Anderson.
How long is I Am Somebody?
I Am Somebody has a runtime of 0 hours and 30 minutes (30 minutes total).
When was I Am Somebody released?
I Am Somebody was released on January 1, 1970 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in I Am Somebody?
The main cast of I Am Somebody includes Ralph Abernathy, Coretta Scott King, Andrew Young, Claire Brown.