Storyline
A compelling document of the Black Panther Party leadership in 1967. This film contains a prison interview with Minister of Defense Huey P. Newton as well as an interview with Minister of Information Eldridge Cleaver, footage of the aftermath of the police assault against the Los Angeles Chapter headquarters, demonstrations to free Huey at Hutton Memorial Park and the Alameda County Court House and a recitation of the party's Ten-Point Platform by co-founder Bobby Seale. Newsreel's 19th, and one of their most widely distributed films, it was originally released as "Off the Pig," but has since seen release under the name Black Panther. This short film features drawings from activist artist Emory Douglas.
Key Information
Cast & Crew
Eldridge Cleaver
Huey P. Newton
Bobby Seale
Frequently Asked Questions
Off the Pig (Newsreel #19) was released on January 1, 1968.
The runtime of Off the Pig (Newsreel #19) is 14m.
Off the Pig (Newsreel #19) is a Documentary movie.
Off the Pig (Newsreel #19) is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Off the Pig (Newsreel #19) was directed by San Francisco Newsreel.
The main cast of Off the Pig (Newsreel #19) includes Eldridge Cleaver, Huey P. Newton, Bobby Seale.
Off the Pig (Newsreel #19) is originally in English.