Power to the People: The Huey P. Newton Story Fan Casting Poster

Fan CastingPower to the People: The Huey P. Newton Story

by Participant Media, Plan B Entertainment, Bron Studios, Macro, Harpo Films, A24

Story added by kamsismith on March 31, 2024

"Power to the People" is an electrifying biopic that delves deep into the life and legacy of Huey P. Newton, co-founder of the Black Panther Party. From his upbringing in poverty-stricken Oakland to his rise as a revolutionary icon, this film chronicles Newton's journey through adversity, activism, and the pursuit of justice. In the turbulent era of the 1960s, Huey P. Newton emerged as a towering figure in the fight against racial oppression and inequality. As a young man, he witnessed firsthand the injustices faced by Black Americans in his community. Determined to make a difference, Newton, alongside Bobby Seale, founded the Black Pan...read more

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Role added by kamsismith on April 2, 2024

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David Hilliard is a former member of the Black Panther Party, having served as Chief of Staff. He became a visiting instructor at the University of New Mexico in 2006. He also is the founder of the Dr. Huey P. Newton foundation.