The Encampments
“Inside America's student uprising.”
Synopsis
Students flooded Columbia University’s lawn to create the Gaza Solidarity Encampment in order to pressure their university to divest from the US and Israeli weapons companies. The film follows the central organizers of the encampment as they are thrust into the spotlight, face violent police repression and suspension, congressional pressure, and a media firestorm, all while fighting to attain their goal of divestment at any cost.
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The Encampments | Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-03-21
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 63 DaysCPH DOX
Festival / Special Debut
March 28, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
May 30, 2025
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Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$424K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael T Workman, Kei Pritsker
- Screenplay & Story
- Kei Pritsker, Michael T Workman
- Original Title
- The Encampments
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic, English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Worldwide Gross
- $424K
- Production Studios
- Watermelon Pictures, Breakthrough Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael T Workman, Kei Pritsker
Kei Pritsker, Michael T Workman
Craig Birchfield
Mahdokht Mahmoudabadi
Munir Atalla, Matthew Belen, Benjamin Becker, Kei Pritsker, Michael T Workman
Department Leadership Roster
Munir Atalla
Producer
Matthew Belen
Producer
Michael T Workman
Director
Kei Pritsker
Director
Mahdokht Mahmoudabadi
Editor
Kei Pritsker
Writer
Michael T Workman
Writer
Kei Pritsker
Producer
Michael T Workman
Producer
Craig Birchfield
Director of Photography
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Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Encampments
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What is The Encampments about?
Students flooded Columbia University’s lawn to create the Gaza Solidarity Encampment in order to pressure their university to divest from the US and Israeli weapons companies. The film follows the central organizers of the encampment as they are thrust into the spotlight, face violent police repression and suspension, congressional pressure, and a media firestorm, all while fighting to attain their goal of divestment at any cost.
Who directed The Encampments?
The Encampments was directed by Michael T Workman, Kei Pritsker.
Who stars in The Encampments?
The principal cast of The Encampments includes Mahmoud Khalil, Sueda Polat, Jamal Joseph, Grant Miner, Maya Abdallah.
When was The Encampments released and how long is it?
The Encampments was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
How much did The Encampments make at the box office?
The Encampments grossed $424K in worldwide ticket sales.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Encampments?
The Encampments holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).