Howard Zinn: You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train
Synopsis
You Can't Be Neutral documents the life and times of the historian, activist and author of the best selling classic "A People's History of the United States". Featuring rare archival materials, interviews with Howard Zinn as well as colleagues and friends including Noam Chomsky, Marian Wright Edelman, Daniel Ellsberg, Tom Hayden and Alice Walker.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 18, 2004
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Deb Ellis, Denis Mueller
- Original Score
- Richard Martinez
- Original Title
- Howard Zinn: You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Production Studios
- Moving Train Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Deb Ellis, Denis Mueller
Richard Martinez
Judy Hoffman
Deb Ellis
Deb Ellis, Denis Mueller
Department Leadership Roster
Deb Ellis
Director
Denis Mueller
Director
Deb Ellis
Producer
Denis Mueller
Producer
Judy Hoffman
Director of Photography
Deb Ellis
Editor
Richard Martinez
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is Howard Zinn: You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train about?
You Can't Be Neutral documents the life and times of the historian, activist and author of the best selling classic "A People's History of the United States". Featuring rare archival materials, interviews with Howard Zinn as well as colleagues and friends including Noam Chomsky, Marian Wright Edelman, Daniel Ellsberg, Tom Hayden and Alice Walker.
Who directed Howard Zinn: You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train?
Howard Zinn: You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train was directed by Deb Ellis, Denis Mueller.
Who stars in Howard Zinn: You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train?
The principal cast of Howard Zinn: You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train includes Matt Damon, Howard Zinn, Alice Walker, Noam Chomsky, Daniel Ellsberg.
When was Howard Zinn: You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train released and how long is it?
Howard Zinn: You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.
Who composed the musical score for Howard Zinn: You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Howard Zinn: You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train was composed by Richard Martinez.