The Dinkytown Uprising
Synopsis
The year is 1970 and the disastrous Vietnam War keeps escalating. Protests are erupting all over U.S. campuses. But in Minneapolis, word that the national Red Barn Restaurant chain wants to erect a new fast-food franchise in old, venerable Dinkytown, the “war at home” takes a different turn. This stunning documentary chronicles the unprecedented 40-day, 40-night continuous Dinkytown “Occupation” to prevent construction of an unwanted hamburger joint. From film programmer-turned-filmmaker Al Milgrom, the story is recounted by seven participants whose varied reminiscences about defending the neighborhood becomes a microcosm of the memorable ‘70’s Generation. Music featured in the film by Bob Dylan, Willie Murphy.
Release History & Theatrical Window
World Premiere @ 34th Minneapolis/St. Paul International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dan Geiger, Al Milgrom
- Screenplay & Story
- Al Milgrom
- Original Title
- The Dinkytown Uprising
- Release Date
- 12/04/2015
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dan Geiger, Al Milgrom
Al Milgrom
Al Milgrom
Dan Geiger
Al Milgrom
Department Leadership Roster
Al Milgrom
Director of Photography
Dan Geiger
Editor
Dan Geiger
Director
Al Milgrom
Director
Al Milgrom
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Dinkytown Uprising.
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What is The Dinkytown Uprising about?
The year is 1970 and the disastrous Vietnam War keeps escalating. Protests are erupting all over U.S. campuses. But in Minneapolis, word that the national Red Barn Restaurant chain wants to erect a new fast-food franchise in old, venerable Dinkytown, the “war at home” takes a different turn. This stunning documentary chronicles the unprecedented 40-day, 40-night continuous Dinkytown “Occupation” to prevent construction of an unwanted hamburger joint. From film programmer-turned-filmmaker Al Milgrom, the story is recounted by seven participants whose varied reminiscences about defending the neighborhood becomes a microcosm of the memorable ‘70’s Generation. Music featured in the film by Bob Dylan, Willie Murphy.
Who directed The Dinkytown Uprising?
The Dinkytown Uprising was directed by Dan Geiger, Al Milgrom.
Who stars in The Dinkytown Uprising?
The principal cast of The Dinkytown Uprising includes Not specified.
When was The Dinkytown Uprising released and how long is it?
The Dinkytown Uprising was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.