Fred Hampton was an American activist and revolutionary who came to prominence in Chicago in the 60's as the chairman of the Illinois chapter of the 'Black Panther Party' and also it's national deputy chairman.
In this capacity, he founded the Rainbow Coalition, a prominent multicultural political organization that initially included the Black Panthers, Young Patriots, and the Young Lords, and an alliance of major street gangs to help end the infighting and work for change.
“Judas and the Black Messiah” hopes to bring this story to a new audience in a fresh way. Produced by 'Black Panther' Movie Director Ryan Cooglar and Directed by Shaka King who also wrote the script.
Released on February 12th, 2021.
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