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This is the story of how the film Bombing of Osage Avenue was made. It is the history behind the director and how and why he got the footage that he did. Louis Massiah was born in Philadelphia and still lives there and he is a strong presence in the film community of the city.  By A. Wilkins

This film describes the confrontation between the MOVE organization and the Philadelphia Law Enforcement. On May 13th, 1985, 11 men, women and children members of MOVE were killed and 61 homes destroyed by fire. The film explores the history of Blacks in Philadelphia and the MOVE organization during this time period.  By A. Wilkins