Malcolm X

(1972)

Synopsis

Enlightening portrait of the African-American militant leader (1925-65). Included: his spiritual transformation through the discovery of the Muslim religion; newsreels of his speeches. Also: Ossie Davis re-creates his stirring funeral eulogy. James Earl Jones narrates.

Directors

Arnold Perl, James Earl Jones, James Earl Jones, Warner Bros., Arnold Perl, Marvin Worth

Production year

1972

Rating

PG

Studio

Warner Bros.

Runtime

91 minutes

Cast

Ossie Davis, James Earl Jones