Harlem School 1970 (2018)

What was it like to live in Harlem, New York in 1970 and attend elementary school?

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A unique 'direct cinema' feature length documentary (no narration or interviews) originally filmed in the Spring of 1970 and concluded during the Summer of 2017 (footage added, restored, and re-edited). A day in the life of an inner-city Harlem elementary school. In 2018 filmmaker Phil Gries reunited with seven of his former Harlem elementary students whom he hadn't seen in 50 years.

Director: Phil Gries
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 51 min
Release Date:
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

high school, ethnographic film

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harlem School 1970 about?
A unique 'direct cinema' feature length documentary (no narration or interviews) originally filmed in the Spring of 1970 and concluded during the Summer of 2017 (footage added, restored, and re-edited). A day in the life of an inner-city Harlem elementary school. In 2018 filmmaker Phil Gries reunited with seven of his former Harlem elementary students whom he hadn't seen in 50 years.
Who directed Harlem School 1970?
Harlem School 1970 was directed by Phil Gries.
How long is Harlem School 1970?
Harlem School 1970 has a runtime of 51m (51 minutes).
What genre is Harlem School 1970?
Harlem School 1970 is a Documentary film.