What's Happening at Local 70 (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1975, What's Happening at Local 70 is a documentary film directed by Judy Hoffman.
What it’s about. Striking workers in one Chicago unemployment compensation office talk about working conditions that led to a walkout in July, 1975. Workers and claimants suggest possible solutions to the problems of understaffing and compulsory overtime. This tape was used to organize other offices to support the strike.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, What's Happening at Local 70 sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OVID. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch What's Happening at Local 70 page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch What's Happening at Local 70 (1975)?
- In US, What's Happening at Local 70 is available to stream on OVID. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is What's Happening at Local 70 worth watching?
- What's Happening at Local 70 holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was What's Happening at Local 70 released?
- What's Happening at Local 70 was released in 1975.