Assata aka Joanne Chesimard
Synopsis
Through dramatic re-creation, archival newsreel footage and revealing interviews, director Fred Baker's docudrama explores the controversial murder case centered on Black Panther activist and political exile Assata Shakur. In 1977, Shakur was dubiously convicted for the shooting death of a New Jersey state trooper and was sentenced to life in prison, only to escape two years later and seek refuge in Cuba.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 15, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fred Baker
- Screenplay & Story
- Fred Baker
- Original Score
- Roy Hargrove
- Original Title
- Assata aka Joanne Chesimard
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- Fred Baker Film and Video Co.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fred Baker
Fred Baker
Roy Hargrove
Jato Smith
Department Leadership Roster
Fred Baker
Director
Fred Baker
Screenplay
Jato Smith
Director of Photography
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What is Assata aka Joanne Chesimard about?
Through dramatic re-creation, archival newsreel footage and revealing interviews, director Fred Baker's docudrama explores the controversial murder case centered on Black Panther activist and political exile Assata Shakur. In 1977, Shakur was dubiously convicted for the shooting death of a New Jersey state trooper and was sentenced to life in prison, only to escape two years later and seek refuge in Cuba.
Who directed Assata aka Joanne Chesimard?
Assata aka Joanne Chesimard was directed by Fred Baker.
Who stars in Assata aka Joanne Chesimard?
The principal cast of Assata aka Joanne Chesimard includes Assata Shakur, Kathleen Cleaver, Pat Dempsey, Charles Everett, Will Blagrove.
When was Assata aka Joanne Chesimard released and how long is it?
Assata aka Joanne Chesimard was released in 2008 with a total runtime of Unknown.
Who composed the musical score for Assata aka Joanne Chesimard?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Assata aka Joanne Chesimard was composed by Roy Hargrove.