Movie Description

The Murder of Fred Hampton

(1971)

Overview

Fred Hampton was the leader of the Illinois Chapter of the Black Panther Party. This film depicts his brutal murder by the Chicago police and its subsequent investigation, but also documents his activities in organizing the Chapter, his public speeches, and the programs he founded for children during the last eighteen months of his life.

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Facts

Original TitleThe Murder of Fred Hampton

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1971-05-01

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 28m

Production CompaniesThe Film Group

Genres

  • Documentary