The Five Demands

The Five Demands - United for justice, change is possible

This compelling documentary chronicles the explosive student uprising at the City College of New York in April 1969, where a small group of Black and Puerto Rican students led a strike against institutional racism.

Inspired by the revolutionary spirit of the time, the students occupied the campus, canceled classes, and demanded accountability, resulting in the resignation of the college president. Through a mix of archival footage and contemporary interviews, the documentary highlights their courageous fight for inclusion and equality, revealing how a determined few can challenge systemic barriers and inspire significant change.