Movie Description
Assata aka Joanne Chesimard
(2008)Overview
Through dramatic re-creation, archival newsreel footage and revealing interviews, director Fred Baker's docudrama explores the controversial murder case centered on Black Panther activist and political exile Assata Shakur. In 1977, Shakur was dubiously convicted for the shooting death of a New Jersey state trooper and was sentenced to life in prison, only to escape two years later and seek refuge in Cuba.
Featured Crew
Cast
Self (archive footage)
Self (archive footage)
James Harper
Justin
FBI agent
Assata as young woman
Posters
Facts
Original TitleAssata aka Joanne Chesimard
Status Released
Release Information
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2008-02-15
Original Language
Production CompaniesFred Baker Film and Video Co.
Genres
- Drama
