A historical fiction telling of the 1969 trial of 8 "conspirators" who led marches to the democratic national convention in Chicago to protest the war in Vietnam. It is a courtroom drama that reveals the events of the case through flashback, testimony and speeches by Abbie Hoffman. It seems like an accurate portrayal of the emotions surrounding the war protests of the time, as well as the strength of the political machinery, the bias and massive power differential between the ruling class and the average citizen. Enlightening, and timely, and infuriating.
5 stars (out of 5)
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