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Biograpical epic of Malcolm X, the legendary African American leader. Born Malcolm Little, his father (a Garveyite Baptist minister) was killed by the Ku Klux Klan. Malcolm became a gangster, and while in jail discovered the Nation of Islam writings of Elijah Muhammad.
- Spike Lee
- 3 min
Malcolm X (sometimes stylized as X) is a 1992 American epic biographical drama film about the African-American activist Malcolm X. Directed and co-written by Spike Lee, the film stars Denzel Washington in the title role, as well as Angela Bassett, Albert Hall, Al Freeman Jr., and Delroy Lindo.
Biograpical epic of Malcolm X, the legendary African American leader. Born Malcolm Little, his father (a Garveyite Baptist minister) was killed by the Ku Klux Klan. Malcolm became a gangster, and while in jail discovered the Nation of Islam writings of Elijah Muhammad.
Jul 26, 2023 · Malcolm X (1992) In the wrong hands, a biographical epic can be a real snooze. In the right ones—and with a perceptive, expressive actor at its center—it can have a kind of transportive energy.
- Malcolm X. Denzel Washington, Angela Bassett, Albert Hall. 56 votes. Malcolm X, directed by Spike Lee and released in 1992, is a gripping biographical drama that delves deep into the life and transformation of the eponymous civil rights activist.
- Blood Brothers: Malcolm X & Muhammad Ali. Malcolm X, Muhammad Ali. 7 votes. Blood Brothers: Malcolm X & Muhammad Ali is an insightful documentary that looks into the complex relationship between two legendary figures – Malcolm X and Muhammad Ali.
- An Eye on X. 20 votes. An Eye On X, released in 1995, is a fascinating short film produced and directed by Pogus Caesar that documents the extraordinary work of Birmingham-based micro-sculptor Willard Wigan.
- Death of a Prophet. Morgan Freeman. 24 votes. Death of a Prophet, released in 1981 and directed by Woodie King Jr., focuses on the final twenty-four hours in the life of Malcolm X. Morgan Freeman gives an intense performance as the titular character, navigating the tragic events that led to his assassination.
Oct 31, 1991 · Wisdom of Malcolm X [1991] by Malcolm X released in 1991. Find album reviews, track lists, credits, awards and more at AllMusic.
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Nov 18, 1992 · The movie then follows Malcolm as he sheds his last name - the legacy, the Muslims preached, of slaveowners - and becomes a fiery street-corner preacher who quickly rises until he is the most charismatic figure in the Black Muslims, teaching that whites are the devil and that blacks must become independent and self-sufficient.
