The Price of Resistance: Sala Udin, An American Agitator

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Powerful New Documentary Heads to Pittsburgh for Special Screening and Panel Discussion

PITTSBURGH, PA — After sold-out screenings at the Indie Short Film Festival in Charlottesville, Virginia, the powerful new documentary The Price of Resistance: Sala Udin, An American Agitator is coming home to Pittsburgh. The next stop on the national screening tour takes place Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the Elsie H. Hillman Auditorium at The Kaufmann Center (1825 Center Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA).

Doors open at 5:00 PM for a special Meet & Greet, with the film screening beginning at 6:00 PM, followed by a live panel discussion with the filmmakers and the film’s subject, Sala Udin.

Produced by Emmy Award-Winning Producer Annette Banks (Freedom House Ambulance) and Award-Winning Producer Ty Cooper (Amanda), The Price of Resistance traces the life of Sala Udin — a revered civil rights activist, community leader, and former Pittsburgh City Councilman. The film captures Udin’s powerful story through rare archival footage, personal reflections, and a compelling interview with a former FBI agent who was active in Mississippi during the civil rights era. While the agent did not monitor Udin directly, his account provides vital context to the government’s surveillance efforts during a volatile period in American history.

The filmmakers were compelled to bring Sala Udin’s story to the screen because of its enduring relevance in today’s ongoing fight for social justice. They felt it was crucial to preserve and amplify his voice — a voice that spoke truth to power during some of the most dangerous moments of the Civil Rights Movement. To ensure the film was grounded in both history and emotion, the production team traveled to Mississippi to interview individuals who lived through that era and offered powerful insight into the movement that shaped Udin. The filmmaking duo also journeyed to southwest Tennessee to interview retired FBI agent Cecil Moses, whose work during the same period revealed stark contrasts in the government's handling of civil unrest.

The documentary also features recognizable figures from Pittsburgh and across the country who speak to Udin’s impact on their lives and communities.

More than a documentary, this film is a tribute to resilience, transformation, and the ongoing pursuit of equity.

Tickets are $20 general admission or Discounted to $10 for Hill District Residents and available now at: https://salapor.eventbrite.com
Seating is limited — early purchase is strongly encouraged. No Refunds are Allowed UNLESS EVENT IS CANCELED BY THE EVENT ORGANIZER. IF EVENT IS CANCELED UP TO 7 DAYS PRIOR TO THE EVENT, FUNDS WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE REFUNDED TO THE CARD USED TO MAKE THE PURCHASE.

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