Dislocation (2005)

In February 2002, families living in the Robert Taylor Homes public housing development were given a 180 day notice of eviction. In six months, the community that had been their home for generations would be demolished. DISLOCATION chronicles the lives of tenants in one building as they move through the six-month relocation process. The filmmakers follow three families as they prepare for their own move and as they help others around them. Dislocation is a story of a community coping with its own impending demise. It is a tale of courage, hope, and survival.

Director: Sudhir Venkatesh
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
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Editing: Brock Graham
Production: WTTW/Chicago, Genco Film
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Sudhir Venkatesh
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dislocation about?
In February 2002, families living in the Robert Taylor Homes public housing development were given a 180 day notice of eviction. In six months, the community that had been their home for generations would be demolished. DISLOCATION chronicles the lives of tenants in one building as they move through the six-month relocation process. The filmmakers follow three families as they prepare for their own move and as they help others around them. Dislocation is a story of a community coping with its own impending demise. It is a tale of courage, hope, and survival.
Who directed Dislocation?
Dislocation was directed by Sudhir Venkatesh.
How long is Dislocation?
Dislocation has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
What genre is Dislocation?
Dislocation is a Documentary film.
Where was Dislocation produced?
Dislocation was produced in United States of America.