Release Date: 2004
DVD Release Date: May 24th, 2005
Not Yet Rated |1 hr 18 min
Plot SummaryBorn in 1922, Howard Zinn began his career as a political activist at age 18, when he worked as a labor organizer. In this documentary, the late historian tells his life story. After serving in World War II, Zinn becomes a professor at Atlanta's Spelman College, only to be fired for his activist agitation. Admirers and friends of the fiercely liberal Zinn testify to his impact on their lives as he discusses his commitment to anti-war politics and rethinking American history.
Cast: Matt Damon
Director: Deb Ellis , Denis Mueller
Genres: Documentary
Keywords: Friend, Passionate, 2000s, Rise, Underdog