'American Agitators' Documentary Acquired By Abramorama.
By Matthew Carey
Published on April 8, 2026.
Abramorama has acquired North American theatrical distribution rights to American Agitators, a documentary exploring the life and legacy of community organizer Fred Ross Sr. The film, directed by Raymond Telles, will open at The QUAD Cinema in New York City on May 1 and will be distributed across the U.S. and Canada. It features commentary from notable Americans influenced by Ross, including Dolores Huerta, Nancy Pelosi, Robert F. Kennedy Sr., Satsuki Ina, Dale Minami, Eliseo Medina, Jessica Govea, Herman Gallegos, and Ed Roybal. The documentary also follows current organizers who continue Ross's work on issues such as fair wages, workers’ rights, and systemic inequality.
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