King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis

Name: King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis
Director: Sidney Lumet
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1970
Rating: 7.1
Cast: Martin Luther King Jr., Coretta Scott King, A.D. King, Dexter King, Yolanda King

7.1/10

1970

3h 5m

Documentary

Overview

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.