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Historical documentary

Alcatraz Is Not an Island (2001): Cast

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Alcatraz Is Not an Island is a 2001 historical documentary directed by James M. Fortier, starring Benjamin Bratt as Narrator (voice). It runs 58 minutes.

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Alcatraz Is Not an Island (2001) movie poster
Released
Runtime
58 min
Director
James M. Fortier
Genres
History , Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Alcatraz Is Not an Island About?

The premise of Alcatraz Is Not an Island without spoilers.

In November 1969 a handful of Native American students and urban Indians occupied Alcatraz Island, soon joined by thousands asserting it as Indian land for the first time since the 1880s. The documentary blends archival footage with contemporary commentary to recount the 19‑month protest and explore how the occupation reshaped U.S. Indian policy, tribal programs, and Native self‑identity, culture and sovereign rights.

Alcatraz Is Not an Island Themes & Keywords

· 19 tags
  • treaty
  • reenactment
  • red pride
  • property seizure
  • prison
  • politics
  • political activist
  • political activism
  • occupation
  • newscast
  • native american
  • island
+7 more
  • interview
  • home movie
  • american indian
  • alcatraz
  • activist
  • activism
  • 1960s
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Cast & crew

Alcatraz Is Not an Island Cast & Characters

Benjamin Bratt plays Narrator (voice) in Alcatraz Is Not an Island. Directed by James M. Fortier.

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Alcatraz Is Not an Island Trailers & Videos

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Alcatraz Is Not an Island FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Alcatraz Is Not an Island, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Alcatraz Is Not an Island?

Alcatraz Is Not an Island runs 58 minutes.

When was Alcatraz Is Not an Island released?

Alcatraz Is Not an Island was released on January 24, 2001.

Who directed Alcatraz Is Not an Island?

Alcatraz Is Not an Island was directed by James M. Fortier.

Who is in the cast of Alcatraz Is Not an Island?

Alcatraz Is Not an Island stars Benjamin Bratt as Narrator (voice).

Does Alcatraz Is Not an Island have a post-credit scene?

No. Alcatraz Is Not an Island has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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