Race and the Revolutionary Impulse in the Spook Who Sat by the Door

<p>Ivan Dixon's 1973 film <i>The Spook Who Sat by the Door</i> captures the intensity of social and political upheaval during a volatile period in American history. Based on Sam Greenlee's novel by the same name the film<i> </i>is a searing portrayal of an American Black underclass brought to the brink of revolution. This series of critical essays situates the film in its social political and cinematic contexts and presents a wealth of related materials including an extensive interview with Sam Greenlee the original United Artists' press kit numerous stills from the film and the original screenplay. This fascinating examination of a revolutionary work foregrounds issues of race class and social inequality that continue to incite protests and drive political debate.</p>