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.
Production
Commonwealth United Entertainment
Language
German, English
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Cast
Martin Luther King Jr.
Self (archive footage)
Coretta Scott King
Self (archive footage)
A.D. King
Self (archive footage)
Dexter King
Self (archive footage)
Yolanda King
Self (archive footage)
Martin Luther King III
Self (archive footage)
Bernice King
Self (archive footage)
Ralph Abernathy
Self (archive footage)
Joan Baez
Self (archive footage)
James Baldwin
Self (archive footage)
Harry Belafonte
Self (archive footage)
Tony Bennett
Self (archive footage)
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