Appalachian Genesis (1973)
Appalachian Genesis, one of the first Appalshop films, was commissioned by the Appalachian Regional Commission to document the state of mind of Appalachian young people in the early 1970s. It presents a vivid picture of the social activism and upheaval that had begun in the 1960s, especially with the War on Poverty. Appalachian youth speak out about the coal industry, the educational system, job opportunities, health care, politics and poverty. The film still resonates today as young people in growing numbers of communities across the country grapple with many of the same structural problems and experiences.
Director: William Richardson
Runtime: 25 min
Release Date: January 1, 1973
Production: Appalshop
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: William Richardson
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Appalachian Genesis about?
- Appalachian Genesis, one of the first Appalshop films, was commissioned by the Appalachian Regional Commission to document the state of mind of Appalachian young people in the early 1970s. It presents a vivid picture of the social activism and upheaval that had begun in the 1960s, especially with the War on Poverty. Appalachian youth speak out about the coal industry, the educational system, job opportunities, health care, politics and poverty. The film still resonates today as young people in growing numbers of communities across the country grapple with many of the same structural problems and experiences.
- Who directed Appalachian Genesis?
- Appalachian Genesis was directed by William Richardson.
- How long is Appalachian Genesis?
- Appalachian Genesis has a runtime of 25m (25 minutes).