Plot Summary

In 1968, Shirley Chisholm becomes the first black woman elected to Congress. In 1972, she becomes the first black woman to run for president. Shunned by the political establishment, she's supported by a motley crew of blacks, feminists, and young voters. Their campaign-trail adventures are frenzied, fierce and fundamentally right on!

Movie Details

Original Title
Chisholm '72: Unbought & Unbossed
Status
released
Original Language
en

Where to watch free (US)

Kanopy

Production Companies

National Black Programming Consortium