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Stefan 2022-04-21 09:02:43
The story takes place in the South, where racial discrimination is quite serious, and comes from real events. It is the second work of Denzel Washington as a director. At the same time, he also served as the producer and star of the film - that is, in eastern Texas. Melvin Tolson, who teaches at Wiley University. In recent years, he has started to tell the story of black history in the United States. It is a very good movie, as recommended by a friend. At the end of the movie, the debate of the children is so wonderfully told-2008/7/27
Extended Reading
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Dr. James Farmer, Sr.: [after Tolson is unjustly captured and imprisoned] Since you have no evidence, I suggest you let him go.
Sheriff Dozier: Are you threatening me, boy?
Dr. James Farmer, Sr.: No, sir. I wouldn't do that. But I cannot speak for those people outside.
[points toward the riotous mob gathered outside the sheriff's office]
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Melvin B. Tolson: We're holding tryouts for the debate team.
Henry Lowe: You sure you want somebody like me?
Melvin B. Tolson: No. That's why you're trying out.