Shutdown: The Rise and Fall of Direct Action to Stop the War
Synopsis
In the winter of 2002-'03, as the US was building its case to attack Iraq, people around the world responded with a series fo the largest peace protests in history. Shutdown: The Rise and Fall of Direct Action to Stop the War, is an action-packed documentary chronicling how DASW successfully organized to shut down a major US city and how they failed to effectively maintain the organization to fight the war machine and end the occupation of Iraq. Created by organizers involved with DASW, Shutdown combines detailed information on organizing for a mass action, critical interviews on organizing pitfalls, and the wisdom of hindsight. It is a must-see film for those engaged in the continuous struggle toward social justice.
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SHUTDOWN - The Rise and Fall of Direct Action to Stop the War - trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-02-06
Release History & Theatrical Window
01/05/2009
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
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- Original Title
- Shutdown: The Rise and Fall of Direct Action to Stop the War
- Release Date
- 01/05/2009
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 45m
- Production Studios
- Sticks and Stones
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What is Shutdown: The Rise and Fall of Direct Action to Stop the War about?
In the winter of 2002-'03, as the US was building its case to attack Iraq, people around the world responded with a series fo the largest peace protests in history. Shutdown: The Rise and Fall of Direct Action to Stop the War, is an action-packed documentary chronicling how DASW successfully organized to shut down a major US city and how they failed to effectively maintain the organization to fight the war machine and end the occupation of Iraq. Created by organizers involved with DASW, Shutdown combines detailed information on organizing for a mass action, critical interviews on organizing pitfalls, and the wisdom of hindsight. It is a must-see film for those engaged in the continuous struggle toward social justice.
Who directed Shutdown: The Rise and Fall of Direct Action to Stop the War?
Shutdown: The Rise and Fall of Direct Action to Stop the War was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Shutdown: The Rise and Fall of Direct Action to Stop the War?
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When was Shutdown: The Rise and Fall of Direct Action to Stop the War released and how long is it?
Shutdown: The Rise and Fall of Direct Action to Stop the War was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 45m.