Black Block (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 8.4
Released in 2011, Black Block is a drama and documentary film directed by Carlo A. Bachschmidt, running about 76 minutes.
What it’s about. Genoa 2001: As the G8 Summit drew to a close and the press and politicians departed, 300 riot police stormed the Diaz School looking for members of the infamous Black Block. They found instead young activists, mostly students, teenagers and journalists from around Europe preparing to bunk down in the school gym. Undeterred, they unleashed a calculated frenzy of violence, beating young and old, male and female indiscriminately. Those seriously injured were rushed to the hospital in ambulances, though soon after they were forced to join those who had been arrested and driven to a detention centre and subjected to further abuse and degradation.
Who’s in it. Black Block stars Lena Zuhlke, Ulrich Reichel, Niels Martensen and Daniel McQuillan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.4/10, Black Block sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Block page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Block tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Block (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Block change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black Block worth watching?
- Black Block holds an audience score of 8.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Black Block?
- Black Block stars Lena Zuhlke, Ulrich Reichel, Niels Martensen, Daniel McQuillan and Michael Gieser.
- When was Black Block released?
- Black Block was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.