Fighting for Our Lives (1975)

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NR 59 minJan 1st, 1975Documentary
Fighting for Our Lives is a 1975 documentary film produced and directed by Glen Pearcy The film documents the striking of California grape workers from Coachella to Fresno as they negotiate for a United Farm Workers UFW contract in 1973 The film also depicts their nonviolent struggle against police brutality on the picket lines It was nominated for the 1976 Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature
StarringLuis Valdez
DirectorGlen Pearcy
WritersLuis ValdezPeter MatthiessenGlen Pearcy

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:January 1st, 1975
Original Language:English
Production Companies:National Farm Workers Service Center Inc