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The Great Debaters (2007)

★ 7.5PG-13123 minDirector: Denzel Washington

2007 film by Denzel Washington

The Great Debaters is a 2007 American historical drama film directed by Denzel Washington from a screenplay by Robert Eisele and based on a 1997 article for American Legacy by Tony Scherman. The film follows the trials and tribulations of the Wiley College debate team in 1935 Texas. It stars Washington, Forest Whitaker, Denzel Whitaker, Kimberly Elise, Nate Parker, Gina Ravera, Jermaine Williams, and Jurnee Smollett. The Great Debaters was released in theaters on December 25, 2007 to positive critical reception.

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What is The Great Debaters about?
The Great Debaters (2007) — Marshall, Texas, described by James Farmer, Jr. as "the last city to surrender after the Civil War," is home to Wiley College, where, in 1935-36, inspired by the Harlem Renaissance and his clandestine work as a union organizer, Professor Melvin Tolson coaches the debate team to a
Is The Great Debaters based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is The Great Debaters scary?
Content rating: PG-13. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.
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