King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis
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.
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King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Mar 24, 1970
Runtime
3h 5m
Genres
Documentary
User Score
70%
Original Title
King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis
Production Companies
Commonwealth United Entertainment
Director
Sidney Lumet
Description
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.
