How to Squash a Squat

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Squat Or Rot

Released January 01, 1989

Overview

1989, New York City's Alphabet City and East Village. A year after the Tompkins Square Park Riot, squatters and their community allies try to stop the demolition of their building after an arson. Police forces occupy the neighborhood while the demolition continues. A portrait of an East Village that is no more. An homage to the voices and sounds of a neighborhood before its gentrification.

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0h 45m


Origin Country

United States


Original Language

English


Original Title

How to Squash a Squat


Status

Released


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