Survival Without Rent
Synopsis
During the 1980s, there were hundreds of abandoned houses in New York that their owners were unable to maintain. They were taken over by squatters, who used their own hands to build homes, but also a utopian community, based on anti-capitalist principles. Archival footage and testimonies map their story, until their forced eviction in the 1990s. “Survival without rent: This is a book to help people take back homes that have been taken away from them by government and business.”
Release History & Theatrical Window
Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Elana Meyers, Katie Heiserman
- Original Title
- Survival Without Rent
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 21m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Elana Meyers, Katie Heiserman
Zazie Ray-Trapido, Elana Meyers, Katie Heiserman
Department Leadership Roster
Elana Meyers
Director
Katie Heiserman
Director
Zazie Ray-Trapido
Producer
Elana Meyers
Producer
Katie Heiserman
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Survival Without Rent.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Survival Without Rent
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Survival Without Rent about?
During the 1980s, there were hundreds of abandoned houses in New York that their owners were unable to maintain. They were taken over by squatters, who used their own hands to build homes, but also a utopian community, based on anti-capitalist principles. Archival footage and testimonies map their story, until their forced eviction in the 1990s. “Survival without rent: This is a book to help people take back homes that have been taken away from them by government and business.”
Who directed Survival Without Rent?
Survival Without Rent was directed by Elana Meyers, Katie Heiserman.
Who stars in Survival Without Rent?
The principal cast of Survival Without Rent includes Not specified.
When was Survival Without Rent released and how long is it?
Survival Without Rent was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 21m.