Howard Zinn: Voices of a People's History of the United States (2006)
An impressive roster of celebrities -- including Lili Taylor, Paul Robeson, Sarah Jones, Brian Jones, John Sayles and Wallace Shawn -- lend their voices to this performance of readings inspired by Howard Zinn's best-selling book. Segments bring to life Tecumseh's speech to the Osages, Frederick Douglass' thoughts about July 4 and Paul Robeson's Unread Statement before the House Committee on Un-American Activities.
Director: Olivier Azam, Daniel Mermet
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date: March 14, 2006
Cast
- John Sayles - Self
- Wallace Shawn - Self
- Paul Robeson - Self
- Lili Taylor - Self
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Howard Zinn: Voices of a People's History of the United States about?
- An impressive roster of celebrities -- including Lili Taylor, Paul Robeson, Sarah Jones, Brian Jones, John Sayles and Wallace Shawn -- lend their voices to this performance of readings inspired by Howard Zinn's best-selling book. Segments bring to life Tecumseh's speech to the Osages, Frederick Douglass' thoughts about July 4 and Paul Robeson's Unread Statement before the House Committee on Un-American Activities.
- Who directed Howard Zinn: Voices of a People's History of the United States?
- Howard Zinn: Voices of a People's History of the United States was directed by Olivier Azam, Daniel Mermet.
- Who stars in Howard Zinn: Voices of a People's History of the United States?
- Howard Zinn: Voices of a People's History of the United States stars John Sayles, Wallace Shawn, Paul Robeson, Lili Taylor.
- How long is Howard Zinn: Voices of a People's History of the United States?
- Howard Zinn: Voices of a People's History of the United States has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is Howard Zinn: Voices of a People's History of the United States?
- Howard Zinn: Voices of a People's History of the United States is a Documentary film.