Punch 9 for Harold Washington (2021)
103 min
In this epic story of American politics, race, and triumph against all odds, director Joe Winston chronicles the captivating rise, surprising reign, and enduring legacy of Chicago’s first African American Mayor, Harold Washington. Steeped in archival footage capturing a 1980s Chicago rife with corruption and discrimination, Punch 9 features candid interviews with Jessie Jackson, Vice Mayor Richard Mell, and others on the frontlines and in the backrooms of power as it follows the charismatic politician’s shrewd maneuverings, stinging betrayals, and unlikely victories. Inspiring and compelling, Washington’s journey continues to resonate for a city and nation confronting the same enduring social issues.
- Release date
- October 13, 2021
- Country of origin
- United States
- Music
- Alex Lu
Cast
- David Axelrod as Self
- Richard M. Daley as Self
- Jesse Jackson as Self
- Valerie Jarrett as Self
Crew
- Harold Washington · Archive footage
- Joe Winston · Director
- Sonya Jackson · Producer
- Raymond C. Lambert · Producer
- Joe Winston · Producer
- Alex Lu · Composer
- T.W. Li · Cinematographer
- Keith Walker · Cinematographer
- Alex MacKenzie · Editor
- Melissa Sterne · Editor