Tenants of the Seaton Street Project in Washington, D.C. band together to purchase their buildings amid rising gentrification in the late 1970s.
Synopsis
Tenants of the Seaton Street Project in Washington, D.C. band together to purchase their buildings amid rising gentrification in the late 1970s.
Synopsis
In Washington, D.C., during the late 1970s, residents of Seaton Street face the threat of gentrification and displacement. Tenants, including Tony Cummings and Norma Blalock, come together to form the Seaton Street Project. They work collectively to purchase their buildings, resisting the socio-economic pressures that endanger their homes. Through interviews and archival footage, the film documents their struggles and victories as they fight to preserve their neighborhood against the backdrop of urban development.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet the residents of the Seaton Street Project.
- See the impact of gentrification in D.C.
- Find out how community action can combat displacement.
Did You Know
- The documentary was directed by Shirikiana Aina.
- The film features a cast including Tony Cummings and Norma Blalock.
- It runs for 33 minutes and was produced in the US.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed the documentary 'Brick by Brick'?
Shirikiana Aina directed the documentary 'Brick by Brick'.
What is the duration of the documentary 'Brick by Brick'?
The duration of 'Brick by Brick' is 33 minutes.
What significant social issue does 'Brick by Brick' address?
The documentary addresses the gentrification and displacement of poor Black residents in Washington, D.C. during the late 1970s.
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