The Savages
A 16mm film about ghetto youth in 1967
Dubbed “Ghost Town” in 1967, the area of West Venice was then an impoverished African American community. Los Angeles native and UCLA film student, Alan Gorg set out to capture the lives of its inhabitants in their own words. Without adding his own commentary, he allowed the subjects to express themselves, from the hardworking man with his young family, to the jobless youth who seek temporary release from their circumstances through drink and parties. Gorg aimed to give representation to African Americans, who due to housing and employment segregation, were rarely seen by white Los Angeles. The short begins with the voice-over of a white man discussing the savagery of African Americans. But we find it is not the people that are savage, but the harsh urban conditions. Opportunities are denied through systemic injustice and inequalities
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- Released
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- Language
- English
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Release dates
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- Theatricaldocumentary short1 Jan 1967
Frequently asked questions
- When was The Savages released?
- The Savages was released on 1 January 1967.
- Where can I watch The Savages online?
- The Savages is available on IndieFlix in US. Use the Watch now links in the Where to watch section for official pages.
- Is there a Hindi trailer for The Savages?
- No verified Hindi trailer for The Savages is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
- What is the rating of The Savages?
- The Savages holds a 7.0/10 audience score from 1 votes.
- Who directed The Savages?
- The Savages (1967) was directed by Alan Gorg.
- How long is The Savages?
- The Savages runs for 25m.
