Takeover
“How We Occupied a Hospital and Changed Public Health Care”
Synopsis
In 1970, a group of young Puerto Rican activists took over a decrepit hospital in New York City, launching a battle for their lives, their community, and healthcare for all.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Takeover: How We Occupied a Hospital and Changed Public Health Care | Op-Docs
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-10-12
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Tribeca Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Emma Francis-Snyder
- Screenplay & Story
- Francisco Bello, Emma Francis-Snyder
- Original Score
- Paul Brill
- Original Title
- Takeover
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 38m
- Production Studios
- Market Road Films, Ford Foundation / JustFilms, Open Society Foundations, The Gotham Film & Media Institute, Miranda Family Fund
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Emma Francis-Snyder
Francisco Bello, Emma Francis-Snyder
Paul Brill
Francisco Bello, Sebastián Díaz
Lynn Nottage, Taylor Hom, Blake Ashman, Luis A. Miranda Jr.
Department Leadership Roster
Emma Francis-Snyder
Director
Francisco Bello
Editor
Francisco Bello
Writer
Emma Francis-Snyder
Writer
Sebastián Díaz
Editor
Taylor Hom
Producer
Blake Ashman
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Takeover
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Takeover about?
In 1970, a group of young Puerto Rican activists took over a decrepit hospital in New York City, launching a battle for their lives, their community, and healthcare for all.
Who directed Takeover?
Takeover was directed by Emma Francis-Snyder.
Who stars in Takeover?
The principal cast of Takeover includes Ludwin E. Federo, Noel Quiñones, Vincent Rodriguez, Felipe Luciano, Juan Gonzalez.
When was Takeover released and how long is it?
Takeover was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Takeover?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Takeover was composed by Paul Brill.