King: A Filmed Record

Showings

Grand Illusion Cinema Mon, Jan 20 6:30 PM
Film Info
Release Year:1970
Genre:Documentary
Production Country:USA
Original Language:German
English
Format:DCP
Cast/Crew Info
Director:Sidney Lumet
Joseph L. Mankiewicz
Cast:Martin Luther King Jr.
Coretta Scott King
A.D. King
Dexter King
Yolanda King

Description

FREE SCREENING! Constructed from a wealth of archival footage, KING: A FILMED RECORD...MONTGOMERY TO MEMPHIS is a monumental documentary that 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. This cinematic national treasure was restored by the Library of Congress, in association with Richard Kaplan, and utilizing film elements provided by The Museum of Modern Art.