Brothers on the Line

Brothers on the Line (2012)

Not Rated 08 Mar 2012 • Documentary • 1h 21m
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An acclaimed documentary feature exploring the extraordinary journey of the Reuther brothers - Walter, Roy, and Victor - prolific labor statesman whose social justice movement, under the banner of the United Auto Workers union, transformed the landscape of a nation. Directed by Victor's grandson, Sasha, and narrated by Martin Sheen, the film is an in-depth study of one family's rise from auto plant organizers in 1930s Detroit to leaders in collective bargaining, Civil Rights activism, and international labor solidarity. Behind the dramatic headlines of picket line conflict, assassination attempts, heated Senate hearings, and inter-union power struggles, lies a stirring personal story of determination, sacrifice, triumph, and tragedy. This influential and often controversial 40-year crusade would contribute to lifting millions of workers to a middle-class living and compel American democracy to live up to its promise of equality.

Sasha Reuther
Director

Writer
Walter Reuther, Martin Sheen, Victor Reuther
Starring

Language: English
Awards: 7 wins & 3 nominations
Country: United States
Metacritic Score:
DVD Release Date: 25 Feb 2017
Box Office Total:

8.0

IMDb (71 votes)
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