Rising from the Rails: The Story of the Pullman Porter
They Rose from the Rails
RISING FROM THE RAILS: THE STORY OF THE PULLMAN PORTER, a documentary based on the best-selling book by Larry Tye, chronicles the relatively unheralded Pullman Porters, generations of African American men who served as caretakers to wealthy white passengers on luxury trains that traversed the nation during the golden age of rail. Unbeknownst to most of their white passengers, porters played critical political and cultural roles, becoming trailblazers in the struggle for African American dignity and self-sufficiency, patriarchs of black labor unions, and helping give birth to the Civil Rights Movement. Ultimately, however, their greatest legacy is that which they left to future generations.
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- $150K
- Box office
- —
- Language
- EN
Top billed cast
Where to watch
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Release dates
United StatesUS
- TVPG11 Feb 2006
Frequently asked questions
- When was Rising from the Rails: The Story of the Pullman Porter released?
- Rising from the Rails: The Story of the Pullman Porter was released on 11 February 2006.
- Where can I watch Rising from the Rails: The Story of the Pullman Porter online?
- Rising from the Rails: The Story of the Pullman Porter is available on Amazon Video in US. Use the Watch now links in the Where to watch section for official pages.
- Is there a Hindi trailer for Rising from the Rails: The Story of the Pullman Porter?
- No verified Hindi trailer for Rising from the Rails: The Story of the Pullman Porter is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
- What is the rating of Rising from the Rails: The Story of the Pullman Porter?
- Rising from the Rails: The Story of the Pullman Porter holds a 0.0/10 audience score from 0 votes.
- Who directed Rising from the Rails: The Story of the Pullman Porter?
- Rising from the Rails: The Story of the Pullman Porter (2006) was directed by Brad Osborne.
- How long is Rising from the Rails: The Story of the Pullman Porter?
- Rising from the Rails: The Story of the Pullman Porter runs for 47m.
