The Fight in the Fields

Cesar Chavez and

the Farmworkers' Struggle

2 hours, color

By Rick Tejada-Flores and Ray Telles

This classic film premiered at the Sundance Festival, aired on PBS, History en Español, the Sundance Festival and many others, and is the definitive film on Cesar Chavez and the United Farmworkers Union.

Chavez was the most important Latino labor leader in this country’s history, The farmworkers movement was the inspiration for a generation of students and activists, and laid the groundwork for a wave of Latino elected officials that empowered their communities. This important story is told through interviews with key figures in the movement and a wealth of archival materials.

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A Curriculum Guide has been designed to help teachers use The Fight in the Fields to present lessons that teach a wide range of topics, including American history, social studies, conflict resolution, minority history, ethnic studies, and labor studies. Each of the five lessons provides teachers with background information, pre- and post-viewing discussion questions, and activities and ideas for further research.

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