Off the Pig (Newsreel #19)
Synopsis
A compelling document of the Black Panther Party leadership in 1967. This film contains a prison interview with Minister of Defense Huey P. Newton as well as an interview with Minister of Information Eldridge Cleaver, footage of the aftermath of the police assault against the Los Angeles Chapter headquarters, demonstrations to free Huey at Hutton Memorial Park and the Alameda County Court House and a recitation of the party's Ten-Point Platform by co-founder Bobby Seale. Newsreel's 19th, and one of their most widely distributed films, it was originally released as "Off the Pig," but has since seen release under the name Black Panther. This short film features drawings from activist artist Emory Douglas.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1968
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- San Francisco Newsreel
- Original Title
- Off the Pig (Newsreel #19)
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 14m
- Production Studios
- Newsreel
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
San Francisco Newsreel
Department Leadership Roster
San Francisco Newsreel
Director
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What is Off the Pig (Newsreel #19) about?
A compelling document of the Black Panther Party leadership in 1967. This film contains a prison interview with Minister of Defense Huey P. Newton as well as an interview with Minister of Information Eldridge Cleaver, footage of the aftermath of the police assault against the Los Angeles Chapter headquarters, demonstrations to free Huey at Hutton Memorial Park and the Alameda County Court House and a recitation of the party's Ten-Point Platform by co-founder Bobby Seale. Newsreel's 19th, and one of their most widely distributed films, it was originally released as "Off the Pig," but has since seen release under the name Black Panther. This short film features drawings from activist artist Emory Douglas.
Who directed Off the Pig (Newsreel #19)?
Off the Pig (Newsreel #19) was directed by San Francisco Newsreel.
Who stars in Off the Pig (Newsreel #19)?
The principal cast of Off the Pig (Newsreel #19) includes Eldridge Cleaver, Huey P. Newton, Bobby Seale.
When was Off the Pig (Newsreel #19) released and how long is it?
Off the Pig (Newsreel #19) was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 14m.