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Children of the Struggle (1999)
50 min | Drama, History

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Children of the Struggle (1999)

50 min | Drama, History

In 1964's Freedom Summer, a white housewife from Chicago was killed fighting for Civil Rights, leaving behind a young son. This is the story of his journey, as a man, to find out who his mother was and why she died.

Director

John B. Benitz (as John Benitz)

Writer

John B. Benitz (as John Benitz)

Producers

Gina G. Goff | Laura A. Kellam

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Editor

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Updated Sep 29, 1999

Release date

Sep 29, 1999 (United States)

Awards

2 wins

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28 cast members

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