Movie¡2021¡1h 45m
Punch 9 for Harold Washington
Documentary
Synopsis
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 Chicagoâs 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 politicianâs shrewd maneuverings, stinging betrayals, and unlikely victories. Inspiring and compelling, Washingtonâs journey continues to resonate for a city and nation confronting the same enduring social issues.
