Freedom Riders

Feb 1 2010 Not Rated 1h 57m
Documentary, History

This is the story of more than four hundred Americans who participated in a bold and dangerous experiment designed to awaken the conscience of a complacent nation. These self-proclaimed, 'Freedom Riders' challenged the mores of a racially segregated society by performing a disarmingly simple act.

Plot

This is the story of more than four hundred Americans who participated in a bold and dangerous experiment designed to awaken the conscience of a complacent nation. These self-proclaimed, 'Freedom Riders' challenged the mores of a racially segregated society by performing a disarmingly simple act.

Written by

Stanley Nelson

Directed by

Stanley Nelson

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

American Experience Films

Languages

Français, English

Awards

Won 3 Primetime Emmys. 5 wins & 3 nominations total

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