Sunday
Originally released in 1961. Sunday is a documentary film. directed by Daniel Drasin. At just 17 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Izzy Young
Synopsis
Dan Drasin's documentary short, shot in a single afternoon in 1961, is often cited as the first major social protest film of the Sixties. When 19-year-old Drasin and his friends joined folk singers and protesters in Greenwich Village's Washington Square Park, they confronted NYC authorities to protest the cancellation of a standing permit to gather and sing in the park on Sundays. Here are the first signs of the political, racial and cultural issues that would soon erupt during the decade.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 31, 1961
64 years ago
Runtime
0h 17m
17 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (9 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunday about?
Dan Drasin's documentary short, shot in a single afternoon in 1961, is often cited as the first major social protest film of the Sixties. When 19-year-old Drasin and his friends joined folk singers...
Who directed Sunday?
Sunday was directed by Daniel Drasin.
How long is Sunday?
Sunday has a runtime of 0 hours and 17 minutes (17 minutes total).
When was Sunday released?
Sunday was released on December 31, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Sunday?
The main cast of Sunday includes Izzy Young.