Denzel Washington
Mel Tolson
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Rated: 8/10 • Nov 24, 2020. Poet and professor Melvin B. Tolson (Denzel Washington) teaches at the predominately black Wiley College in 1935 Texas. He decides to start a debate team, something ...
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In 1935, a teacher at an all-black college pushes his debate team to a level of excellence that nets them a chance to face reigning champion Harvard. Watch trailers & learn more.
Dec 25, 2007 · The Great Debaters. Directed by Denzel Washington. Biography, Drama, Romance. PG-13. 2h 6m. By Stephen Holden. Dec. 25, 2007.
In 1935, Tolson inspired students to form the college's first debating team, and led it to defeat Harvard in national championships. 3,625 IMDb 7.5 2 h 2 min 2007. X-Ray PG-13. Drama · Romance · Tense · Frightening. Available to rent or buy.
Summaries. A drama based on the true story of Melvin B. Tolson, a professor at Wiley College Texas. In 1935, he inspired students to form the school's first debate team, which went on to challenge Harvard in the national championship.
The Great Debaters. 1930s: Controversial debate coach, Professor Melvin Tolson is determined to challenge the status quo of the time, using ferocious teaching methods to shape a debate team at a small African American university in Texas. The team reaches a pivotal moment when they are faced with going up against Harvard University's white ...
369 reviews. 80% Tomatometer. PG-13. Rating. Eligible. info. play_arrow Trailer. info Watch in a web browser or on supported devices Learn More. About this movie. arrow_forward. From two-time...
