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The Last Pullman Car

Year1983

Runtime56 Minutes

In 1981, Pullman workers found themselves in the midst of a fight not only for their jobs but the future of the American rail car industry.

In 1864, George Pullman began selling his famous railroad sleeping cars which helped him build a vast industrial empire that was supposed to last forever. In 1981, however, Pullman workers found themselves in the midst of a fight not only for their jobs but the future of the American rail car industry. One hundred years of government, union and corporate policies are traced in this engaging story.

Filmmakers

Camera

Gordon Quinn

Sound

Jerry Blumenthal

Narrator

Phyllis Griffin

Media

Trailer

Awards and Distinctions

Athens International Film Festival

Official Selection

1985

Big Muddy Film Festival

Official Selection

1985

Rotterdam Film Festival

Official Selection

1985

American Film Festival

Honorable Mention

1984

Chicago International Film Festival

Official Selection

1984