Salty Dog Blues
Originally released in 2012. Salty Dog Blues is a documentary film. directed by Alfred Santana. At just 52 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Melvin Van Peebles and Felipe Luciano
Synopsis
The film looks at men and women of color in the U.S. Merchant Marine from 1938-1975. Through chronicling the lives of these men and women who, with a median age of 82, are beset with a host of life-threatening illnesses, the movie tells how they navigated issues of racism, disparities in the workplace, gender and familial relations.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2012
14 years ago
Runtime
0h 52m
52 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Third World Newsreel
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salty Dog Blues about?
The film looks at men and women of color in the U.S. Merchant Marine from 1938-1975. Through chronicling the lives of these men and women who, with a median age of 82, are beset with a host of lif...
Who directed Salty Dog Blues?
Salty Dog Blues was directed by Alfred Santana.
How long is Salty Dog Blues?
Salty Dog Blues has a runtime of 0 hours and 52 minutes (52 minutes total).
When was Salty Dog Blues released?
Salty Dog Blues was released on January 1, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Salty Dog Blues?
The main cast of Salty Dog Blues includes Melvin Van Peebles, Felipe Luciano.