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    The Great Debaters

    PG-132007 · Drama · 2h 7m

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  2. 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.

  3. Dec 24, 2007 · A film about a black debate team from Wiley College in the 1930s, coached by a poet and activist, and their journey to a national championship. The film explores the challenges, triumphs and secrets of the team and its coach, as well as the racial and political context of the era.

  4. Feb 29, 2024 · The film follows Melvin B. Tolson, a professor and poet who coaches a debate team at Wiley College in 1935 Texas. The film depicts their achievements, challenges, and social impact, but also takes some creative liberties with the historical facts.

  5. A drama based on the true story of Melvin B. Tolson, a professor who inspired students to form a debate team that challenged Harvard in 1935. The team faced racism, sexism, and other challenges in their quest for excellence.

  6. Dec 25, 2007 · A film based on the true story of Melvin B. Tolson, a professor who inspired students to form a debate team and challenge Harvard in 1935. The film explores the challenges and triumphs of the team, as well as the social and political issues of the time.

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    • Biography, Drama, Romance
    • Denzel Washington
    • 2007-12-25
  7. Dec 25, 2007 · David Lee/Weinstein Company. The Great Debaters. Directed by Denzel Washington. Biography, Drama, Romance. PG-13. 2h 6m. By Stephen Holden. Dec. 25, 2007.

  8. Dec 25, 2007 · A drama about a black debate team at Wiley College in 1935 Texas, directed by and starring Denzel Washington. The film follows their journey from a local competition to a national challenge against Harvard, and features a wonderful cast and a top-notch script.

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    • Drama
    • PG-13
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