Dir:
Brett Morgen
Chicago 10
Deftly combining contemporary commentary with archival materials and animated reenactments, Chicago 10 examines the demonstrations at the 1968 Democratic Convention and their eruption into rioting in the wake of police provocation. From the aftermath of these five days of conflict emerges the trial of the Chicago 8, the famous young activists who refused to be politically silenced.
Awards & Recognition
🍅 80% Certified Fresh
Directed by Brett Morgen, premiered at the 2007 Sundance Film Festival and won the Silver Hugo for Best Documentary at the Chicago International Film Festival. Known for its innovative blend of animation and archival footage, the film revisits the 1968 Democratic National Convention protests and the Chicago Seven trial. It also earned nominations for a Writers Guild Award for Best Documentary Screenplay and a News & Documentary Emmy for graphic design, underscoring its creative approach to an iconic moment in American history.
“Ingenious. Innovative. Imaginative. Informative. Visionary. Vibrant.” - Behind the Lens
"The movie dazzles us into self-examination." -The Boston Globe
