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THE PEOPLE SPEAK (2008)
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Role: Himself
Filming: January - Spring, 2008 (Boston, MA)
To Air: September 2008
Director: Unknown(No Tagline)Synopsis: This four-hour miniseries is based off of Howard Zinn's landmark 1980 tome A People's History of the United States. The new adaptation will draw from both A People's History and sequel tome Voices of A People's History of the United States, which Zinn wrote with Anthony Arnove. The miniseries will center on the actors and musicians as they read from the books or perform music related to their themes: the struggles of women, war, class and race. The longform will mix the performances with photos, interviews and archival footage. Cast:
Matt Damon .... Himself
David Strathairn .... Himself
Marisa Tomei .... Herself
Viggo Mortensen .... Himself
Danny Glover .... Himself
Josh Brolin .... Himself Notes:
• The People Speak will be hosted and executively produced by Howard Zinn.
• Filming began in January 2008 in Boston, MA and will continue through the Spring. It is reported to air sometime in September. Related Links:
Official Howard Zinn Site (off site) |
