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King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis

Genres

Documentary

Duration

185 min

Director

Sidney Lumet

Rating

7.1

Release Date

March 24, 1970

King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis

Original title: King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis

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Kino Film Collection

Synopsis

Constructed from a wealth of archival footage, the documentary follows Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from 1955 to 1968, in his rise from regional activist to world-renowned leader of the Civil Rights movement. Rare footage of King's speeches, protests, and arrests are interspersed with scenes of other high-profile supporters and opponents of the cause, punctuated by heartfelt testimonials by some of Hollywood's biggest stars.