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The Bus

The Bus

Apr 05, 1965 · 1h 2m

Rated 9 out of 10

Director

Haskell Wexler

Overview

The struggle for civil rights has been one of the most important issues of American life for the last fifty years. In August of 1963, groups from all over the country journeyed to Washington D.C. for a massive demonstration, and this film is a fascinating document of this event. Celebrated filmmaker Haskell Wexler ("Medium Cool") traveled with the San Francisco delegation, photographing and conversing candidly with the participants. He has succeeded admirably in capturing the significance and drama of this historic trip.

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What is The Bus about?

The struggle for civil rights has been one of the most important issues of American life for the last fifty years. In August of 1963, groups from all over the country journeyed to Washington D.C. for a massive demonstration, and this film is a fascinating document of this event. Celebrated filmmaker Haskell Wexler ("Medium Cool") traveled with the San Francisco delegation, photographing and…

When was The Bus released?

The Bus was released on April 5, 1965.

How long is The Bus?

The Bus runs 1 hour 2 minutes (62 minutes).

Who directed The Bus?

The Bus was directed by Haskell Wexler.

Who is in the cast of The Bus?

The cast of The Bus includes Martin Luther King Jr..

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