Plot — What is Zoot Suit Riots about?
On August 1, 1942, a 22-year-old Mexican American man was stabbed to death at a party. To white Los Angelenos, the murder was just more proof that Mexican American crime was spiraling out of control. The police fanned out across LA, netting 600 young Mexican American suspects. Almost all those taken into custody were wearing the distinctive uniform of their generation: Zoot Suits. The tragic murder and the injustice of the trial that followed, coupled with sensational news coverage of both, fanned the flames of the racial hostility that was already running rife in the city. Within months of the verdict, Los Angeles was in the grip of some of the worst violence in its history.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2002 |
| Genre | History, Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 53 min |
| Audience Score | 70% (7.0/10, 1 votes) |
Zoot Suit Riots — FAQ
Is Zoot Suit Riots worth watching? Zoot Suit Riots holds a 7.0/10 rating from 1 viewers. On August 1, 1942, a 22-year-old Mexican American man was stabbed to death at a party. To white Los Angelenos, the murder was just more proof that Mexican American crime was spiraling out of control. The police fanned ou
Who directed Zoot Suit Riots? Directed by Joseph Tovares.
Who is in the cast of Zoot Suit Riots? It stars Héctor Elizondo.
Where can I stream Zoot Suit Riots? You can stream Zoot Suit Riots on History Vault, PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did Zoot Suit Riots release? It released in 2002.
