Malcolm X

1992 · 202 min · EN · PG-13 · 7.6 (2,019 votes)

Dir. Spike Lee · Starring Denzel Washington, Angela Bassett, Albert Hall, Al Freeman Jr., Delroy Lindo, Spike Lee · Music Terence Blanchard

“Scholar, convict, leader, disciple, hipster, father, hustler, minister, black man, every man.”

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A tribute to the controversial black activist and leader of the struggle for black liberation. He hit bottom during his imprisonment in the '50s, he became a Black Muslim and then a leader in the Nation of Islam. His assassination in 1965 left a legacy of self-determination and racial pride.

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This is a monumental cinematic journey, feeling both deeply personal and historically expansive. It's an emotionally resonant and intellectually challenging experience, inspiring reflection on identity, justice, and the power of conviction. The film's weight is palpable, leaving a lasting impression of a life lived with profound purpose and struggle.

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