Movies
Fighting for Our Lives
- January 1, 1975
- 59 min.
- Documentary
- United States
United States
Fighting for Our Lives is a 1975 documentary film produced and directed by Glen Pearcy. The film documents the striking of California grape workers from Coachella to Fresno as they negotiate for a United Farm Workers (UFW) contract in 1973. The film also depicts their non-violent struggle against police brutality on the picket lines. It was nominated for the 1976 Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.
Original title: Fighting for Our Lives
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Academy Awards #48 - 1976
| Award | People | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Best Documentary Feature Film | Glen Pearcy | — |
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