Paul and Corey Cross the Streams: S5E12 [THE KILLING FLOOR (1984)]

In solidarity with the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strike (the latter of which Paul and Corey are both members), Paul and Corey have decided to change things up: For the duration of the strike, they will: 1) cover only films about labor unions/strikes/solidarity/etc.; 2) not cover any new releases (that includes Corey's Pass or Plays); and 3) not recommend any streaming services for where you can find these films. First up, Paul was able to connect this film with Corey's previous Babe (1995). This is a film about race relations in the attempt to organize a Chicago slaughterhouse in 1918-19, it's The Killing Floor (1984). The film was made for PBS as a sort of pilot for a (n abandoned) 10-part series on the American labor movement. It was heavily researched by the producer, Elsa Rassbach; written by Obie-winning playwright, Leslie Lee; and directed by Bill Duke (of whom, the Pakler family has a connection...). There's a lot to cover, so put on your union pin and enjoy!