Tales of Hoffman: Abbie And Julius And The Chicago Conspiracy Trial
Part of the Global Perspectives on War and Peace Collection.
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[Veeck: A Man For Any Season raw #47]
Raw footage for the documentary “Veeck: A Man for any Season.” This tape continues an interview with Bill Veeck at his Hyde Park home. Veeck discusses money and the secret to success as a MLB owner.
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Daley, Reel 2
A look at the life and career of Chicago mayor Richard J. Daley, produced for the 10-year anniversary of his death. The show is made up of interviews with Daley’s family, friends, colleagues, and critics, as well as much archival footage.
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Image Union: The Other M.J.
Documentary about an African American man named Michael Johnson, who works on the floor crew at United Center, the home of the Chicago Bulls. (The title refers to this connection between the subject and basketball star Michael Jordan.) Johnson struggles to make ends meet on a minimum wage job amidst the pomp and circumstance of the 1996 Democratic National Convention. Through his candid reflections, one sees the struggle of many workers across the country as they are faced with limited employment options, no benefits, and no room for advancement. Some of the original footage was used in a program called “None of the Above,” which investigated Americas non-voters.
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Fats #6
In this segment of b-roll with Rudolf “Minnesota Fats” Wanderone, the larger-than-life pool player shoots around a pool table while giving insight into his personal philosophy. Showing off his incredible abilities on the table, Fats also attempts trick shots and demonstrates his unique playing style.
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[Veeck: A Man For Any Season raw #49]
Raw footage for the documentary “Veeck: A Man for any Season.” This tape features footage of opening day at Wrigley Field. Bill Veeck walks through the stadium, finds his seat, and sits in the bleachers. He eats nachos. There are various shots of the crowd.
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Daley, Reel 1
A look at the life and career of Chicago mayor Richard J. Daley, produced for the 10-year anniversary of his death. The show is made up of interviews with Daley’s family, friends, colleagues, and critics, as well as much archival footage.