Film
The Great Debaters (2007)
When the nation was in need, he inspired them to give us hope.
Drama· Directed by Denzel Washington· 126 min
Overview
The true story of a brilliant but politically radical debate team coach who uses the power of words to transform a group of underdog African-American college students into a historical powerhouse that took on the Harvard elite.
Connections
Top billing
- Denzel Whitaker as James Farmer Jr.
- Denzel Washington as Melvin B. Tolson
- Nate Parker as Henry Lowe
- Jurnee Smollett-Bell as Samantha Booke
- Forest Whitaker as Dr. James Farmer Sr.