A film on the Milwaukee, Wisconsin Civil Rights Movement – 1960-1970
$12.99
Running Time: 56 minutes
What can we learn about contemporary urban problems from the 60s? Are the conditions that led to the unrest in the 60s still present? The historical documentary DECADE OF DISCONTENT examines these issues and more in a riveting look-back at the Milwaukee, Wisconsin civil rights movement.
The documentary is dedicated to Father James Groppi, a white Catholic priest who played a leading role in the civil rights movement, but it’s a story told through the eyes of Milwaukee’s Black community.
Former Milwaukee Alderman Vel Phillips, Attorney Lloyd Barbee, Community leaders O.C. White, Don Sykes and others are shown leading efforts to help address four major social issues: unemployment, unequal education, police-black community relations and open housing.
The 60s footage features many familiar faces including Rev. Jesse Jackson, Bobby Kennedy, Dick Gregory, and others but it is the brave citizens of Milwaukee that provide the critical leadership. The Milwaukee Journal in a critique of the documentary said “The documentary does a first-rate job of telling the story of the black discontent that characterized the period” It presents a side of history that Americans need to know.
As problems in America’s urban areas continue to challenge us, DECADE OF DISCONTENT contains valuable lessons and insights for all of us. If we are to avoid repeating the mistakes of the past, then we must learn from it-not dismiss it or pretend that the problems don’t exist. The issues then and now are real and affect us all. DECADE OF DISCONTENT first aired in 1981 on the Wisconsin Educational Network as well as commercial affiliate stations in Green Bay (ABC) and Madison, Wisconsin (NBC). It was updated in 1995 and new footage was added. It has been used in Wisconsin Public High Schools and colleges around the U.S.
This film introduces viewers to nearly 40 of Madison’s most prolific Black leaders and trailblazers in ten different genres as they define what is happening in Madison and what it means to the city’s future. The film has received wide praise throughout the city and many are saying it is a “must-see” for all Madisonians concerned about the future of their city. The film has won “Best Documentary” and to date has been selected for viewing in over a dozen national and international film festivals. GENRES- Leaders in order of appearance in the film
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This documentary captures a historical period in Madison Wisconsin’s history where Blacks are leading in so many important areas and are launching so many key initiatives that people are calling it a “Black renaissance.” What’s happening in Madison in 2022 is extraordinary because Blacks only make up 7% of Madison’s population.
There are more Black elected officials on the city council and school board than ever in the city’s history. Two Blacks from Madison were elected to the WI state legislature in the last election. Madison’s Police Chief is Black, as is its Superintendent of schools.
Its District Attorney is Black, as is its County Sheriff. Blacks head up major nonprofit agencies and are launching multi-million dollar building projects around the city.
ROARrrr tells how the courage of Maureen, a little village girl, brings the divided worlds of villagers and beasts together by helping the (King Beast-Two-Feet) learn a very important lesson and discover his true identity. ROARrrr is a positive African American children’s musical fairy tale with a universal message that will warm your heart. It is our goal to produce a full-length musical film someday. If you like the award-winning song featured in this animation, you’ll love the twelve additional beautiful and emotional songs that will be included in the full-length film.
Order this film today and gather kids of all ages around the screen. This is animation that the whole family will enjoy!
Even if you don’t live in Wisconsin you’ll find this historical journey exhilarating! [Most of these historical video clips come from Dr. Taylor’s 1980s TV show]
Salute To Father James Groppi
Decade of Discontent Awards Banquet
Melva McShan-the Quiet Force
Baugh Modeling Academy
Black owned newspapers struggle in Madison, WI
The Wiz performed by local Madison actors
Juneteenth Celebration in Milwaukee, WI
Black Teen Beauty Pageant
The Kid Swimmer
Charlie Taylor-Kid Artist
Sailor Art Thomas-Professional Wrestler
Salute to Black women opening skit
Salute to Black Women film excerpts
Butler to WI’s Governor: Mr. Emory Styles
Interracial Marriage
Interracial Marriage Myths debunked
