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Selma is a 2014 historical drama film directed by Ava DuVernay and written by Paul Webb. It is based on the 1965 Selma to Montgomery voting rights marches which were initiated and directed by James Bevel and led by Martin Luther King Jr., Hosea Williams, and John Lewis.
Jan 9, 2015 · A film by Ava DuVernay that depicts the historic march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, in 1965, led by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his allies. See cast, crew, reviews, trivia, awards, and more on IMDb.
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- Biography, Drama, History
- Ava DuVernay
- 2015-01-09
From the Oscar-winning producers of 12 Years a Slave comes a powerful true story starring David Oyelewo and Oprah Winfrey. Facing violent opposition, Martin Luther King, Jr., led a historic march from Selma to Montgomery, changing the world forever.
- 128 min
Dec 24, 2014 · Selma is a powerful, emotional film that works in moments both big and small. It announces the major talents of director Ava DuVernay and has an unforgettable lead performance by David Oyelowo.
Fueled by a gripping performance from David Oyelowo, Selma draws inspiration and dramatic power from the life and death of Martin Luther King, Jr. -- but doesn't ignore how far we remain from the...
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- Ava Duvernay
- PG-13
- David Oyelowo
A historical drama about Dr. Martin Luther King's campaign for equal voting rights in Alabama in 1965. The film depicts the violent clashes, the federal legislation, and the civil rights movement leaders involved in the Selma to Montgomery march.
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