The Chicago Conspiracy Trial

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Released October 04, 1970

Overview

A BBC-produced docudrama reconstructing the trial of the Chicago Eight, using courtroom transcripts as its primary source. Directed by Christopher Burstall, the film dramatizes the prosecution of anti–Vietnam War protesters charged with conspiracy and incitement, presenting the proceedings as a precise trial reenactment grounded in documented testimony rather than fictionalized narrative.

Runtime

2h 30m


Origin Country

United States


Original Language

English


Original Title

The Chicago Conspiracy Trial


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • United Kingdom

Spoken Languages

  • English

Production Companies

  • logo for BBC

    BBC

    United States

Crew

Posters

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