The Fight In The Fields
Originally released in 1997. The Fight In The Fields is a documentary film. directed by Ray Telles. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Cesar Chavez, Henry Darrow, and Jerry Brown
Synopsis
This documentary traces the history of the United Farmworkers Union and the life of its founder, Cesar Chavez, from his birth in Arizona, his education into organizing and non-violence, his formation of the union, to his death in 1993. It includes newsreel footage of the Delano grape boycott, Senate hearings conducted by Robert F. Kennedy, Chavez's fasts, encounters with growers and rival Teamsters. Recent interviews with Chavez family members, Ethyl Kennedy, Roger Cardinal Mahony, Governor Jerry Brown, and current and past UFW leaders round out the history and assessment of Chavez and the Union.
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- Released
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- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Fight In The Fields about?
This documentary traces the history of the United Farmworkers Union and the life of its founder, Cesar Chavez, from his birth in Arizona, his education into organizing and non-violence, his formati...
Who directed The Fight In The Fields?
The Fight In The Fields was directed by Ray Telles.
How long is The Fight In The Fields?
The Fight In The Fields has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
When was The Fight In The Fields released?
The Fight In The Fields was released on April 16, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Fight In The Fields?
The main cast of The Fight In The Fields includes Cesar Chavez, Henry Darrow, Jerry Brown.