They called themselves the Freedom Riders, and they managed to bring the president and the entire American public face to face with the challenge of correcting civil-rights inequities that plagued the nation. Veteran filmmaker Stanley Nelson’s inspirational documentary is the first feature-length film about this courageous band of civil-rights activists. Gaining impressive access to influential figures on both sides of the issue, Nelson chronicles a chapter of American history that stands as an astonishing testament to the accomplishment of youth and what can result from the incredible combination of personal conviction and the courage to organize against all odds.
Title | American Experience - Season 23 Episode 12 Freedom Riders |
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Year | 2024 |
Genre | Documentary |
Country | United States of America |
Studio | PBS |
Cast | |
Crew | Cameo George (Executive Producer) |
Alternative Titles | The American Experience |
Keyword | biography, usa history, current affairs |
First Air Date | Oct 04, 1988 |
Last Air date | Nov 12, 2024 |
Season | 37 Season |
Episode | 396 Episode |
Runtime | 55:14 minutes |
Quality | HD |
IMDb: | 7.45/ 10 by 29.00 users |
Popularity | 87.545 |
Language | English |