"How We Occupied a Hospital and Changed Public Health Care" 11 June 2021 History, Factual 38 mins
In 1970, a group of young Puerto Rican activists took over a decrepit hospital in New York City, launching a battle for their lives, their community, and healthcare for all.
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Ludwin E. Federo as Young Miguel "Mickey" Melendez
Noel Quiñones as Young Carlito
Vincent Rodriguez as Driver
Felipe Luciano as Self
Juan Gonzalez as Self
Iris Morales as Self
Emma Francis-Snyder Director
Francisco Bello Editor
Francisco Bello Writer
Tony Gerber Production Director
Lynn Nottage Executive Producer
Iris Morales Consulting Producer
United States 11 June 2021
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