Angela Davis acquitted in San Jose

KPIX-TV news footage from June 4, 1972 with reporter Ed Arnow in San Jose, featuring scenes of Angela Davis being greeted by joyful supporters after being acquitted in the Superior Court of Judge Richard E. Arnason, following her 13-week trial over alleged involvement in the August 1970 kidnapping attempt and killings at the Marin County Courthouse. Includes views of a speech and press conference by Angela Davis, a speech by her defense attorney Leo Branton, Jr. and a press conference with lead counsel for her defense Howard Moore, Jr. There is detailed voiceover from Arnow throughout this clip, providing background information on the trial. Opening graphic designed by Carrie Hawks.

This 16mm reversal print was scanned in 4K (4096 x 2970) using a Lasergraphics ScanStation film scanner, in May 2024.