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This film is based on the 1965 Alabama march. Martin Luther King Jr., James Bevel, Hosea Williams, and John Lewis decide to orchestrate a protest march from Selma to Montgomery to raise awareness for equal voting rights in1965.
This film was directed by Ava DuVernay. This films shows the terrible act of violence committed against African American protestors with compassion and understanding. Its powerful opening instantly pulls audiences into the dramatic tension. Naturally, this film had changed certain historical aspects (mainly the relationship between President Johnson and King) to pull in as much drama as it could. However, the main incident remains painfully emotional to watch; which is good history lesson for modern times. The story does show King as a powerful, intelligent, and religious man but it also shows that he had some flaws. Most of the script feels like its written in grand speeches from nearly every character. There were a few unexpected moments in the film that kept it exciting to watch. It was also great to see different sides of the freedom movement. The FBI tracking notes were a good statement about government, but it felt more like watching a summery commentary on the scenes you just watched. The classic film style used quickly transports audiences to the another era, it just feels more like the 1950's instead of the 1960's. David Oyelowo played the role of Martin Luther King Jr. His performance was amazing in this film. He brought King's speaking power into play while keeping King emotionally charged.
I give this film 5 out of 5 stars! It is a great historical film, even with its inaccuracies.
This film can be seen on DVD.
Answer to last blog: Jurassic Park (the first in the series) was released in 1993.
Que: What other film has actor Daivd Oyelowo starred in?
12 Years A Slave
Lee Daniel's The Butler
American Sniper
American Gangster
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