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Malcolm X (1992)

Poster for Malcolm X

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

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.

Cast & Crew

Director
Spike Lee
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    Malcolm X Denzel Washington
  • Profile picture of Angela Bassett
    Betty Shabazz Angela Bassett
  • Profile picture of Albert Hall
    Baines Albert Hall
  • Profile picture of Al Freeman Jr.
    Elijah Muhammad Al Freeman Jr.
  • Profile picture of Delroy Lindo
    West Indian Archie Delroy Lindo
  • Profile picture of Spike Lee
    Shorty Spike Lee
  • Profile picture of Theresa Randle
    Laura Theresa Randle
  • Profile picture of Kate Vernon
    Sophia Kate Vernon

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