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.
Release Date | January 1, 1975 | |
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Status | Released | |
Original Title | Fighting for Our Lives | |
Runtime | 59min | |
Budget | — | |
Revenue | — | |
Language | English, Spanish, Tagalog | |
Original Language | English | |
Production Countries | United States of America | |
Production Companies | National Farm Workers Service Center, Inc. |