Alcatraz Is Not an Island (2001)

In November 1969 a small group of Native American students and urban Indians began the occupation of Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay. Eventually joined by thousands of Native Americans, they claimed "Indian land" for the first time since the 1880s. This documentary tells the story of that occupation which lasted 19 months, interweaving archival footage and contemporary commentary to examine how this historic event altered US government Indian policy and programs, and how it forever changed the way Native Americans viewed themselves, their culture and their sovereign rights. c2002.

Director: James M. Fortier
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 58 min
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Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alcatraz Is Not an Island about?
In November 1969 a small group of Native American students and urban Indians began the occupation of Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay. Eventually joined by thousands of Native Americans, they claimed "Indian land" for the first time since the 1880s. This documentary tells the story of that occupation which lasted 19 months, interweaving archival footage and contemporary commentary to examine how this historic event altered US government Indian policy and programs, and how it forever changed the way Native Americans viewed themselves, their culture and their sovereign rights. c2002.
Who directed Alcatraz Is Not an Island?
Alcatraz Is Not an Island was directed by James M. Fortier.
Who stars in Alcatraz Is Not an Island?
Alcatraz Is Not an Island stars Benjamin Bratt.
How long is Alcatraz Is Not an Island?
Alcatraz Is Not an Island has a runtime of 58m (58 minutes).
What genre is Alcatraz Is Not an Island?
Alcatraz Is Not an Island is a Documentary, History film.
Where was Alcatraz Is Not an Island produced?
Alcatraz Is Not an Island was produced in United States of America.