Miles of Smiles, Years of Struggle
Sep 01, 1982 · 59m
Director
Paul WagnerOverview
This documentary recounts the struggle of the Pullman sleeping car porters to form the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, the first Black trade union in the United States. Through archival materials and interviews with retired porters, the film reveals the discrimination behind their famed “miles of smiles” service and the long fight for recognition and dignity.
Cast of Miles of Smiles, Years of Struggle
Crew of Miles of Smiles, Years of Struggle
About Miles of Smiles, Years of Struggle
What is Miles of Smiles, Years of Struggle about?
This documentary recounts the struggle of the Pullman sleeping car porters to form the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, the first Black trade union in the United States. Through archival materials and interviews with retired porters, the film reveals the discrimination behind their famed “miles of smiles” service and the long fight for recognition and dignity.
When was Miles of Smiles, Years of Struggle released?
Miles of Smiles, Years of Struggle was released on September 1, 1982.
How long is Miles of Smiles, Years of Struggle?
Miles of Smiles, Years of Struggle runs 59 minutes.
Who directed Miles of Smiles, Years of Struggle?
Miles of Smiles, Years of Struggle was directed by Paul Wagner.
Who is in the cast of Miles of Smiles, Years of Struggle?
The cast of Miles of Smiles, Years of Struggle includes Lawrence W. Davis, C.L. Dellums, Ernest Ford Jr., Green Glenn and Homer Glenn.