Film Lens
In the fall of 2011, the Occupy Wall Street movement began in Zuccotti Park, lower Manhattan, as a protest against corporate greed. This documentary captures the evolution of the movement from a small gathering to a global phenomenon. It addresses economic inequality and corporate corruption, with the slogan 'We are the 99 percent' symbolizing the struggle against wealth disparity in America.
The film features intimate portraits of key figures within the movement, chronicling their experiences and the obstacles they faced. It provides a detailed account of the rise and eventual decline of Occupy Wall Street, emphasizing the passion and determination that drove this historic protest.
Why Watch
- •Meet key figures from the Occupy Wall Street movement.
- •Find out how the movement reshaped discussions on inequality.
- •See the impact of the slogan 'We are the 99 percent'.
Did You Know
•The Occupy Wall Street movement began in Zuccotti Park in 2011.
•The film's director is Fisher Stevens, who worked on it in 2014.
•The documentary has a runtime of 87 minutes.
Perfect For
Economic inequalityCorporate corruptionSocial movements