King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis

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Constructed from a wealth of archival footage, the documentary follows Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from 1955 to 1968, in his rise from regional activist to world-renowned leader of the Civil Rights movement. Rare footage of King's speeches, protests, and arrests are interspersed with scenes of other high-profile supporters and opponents of the cause, punctuated by heartfelt testimonials by some of Hollywood's biggest stars.

Country:

United States of America

Genre:

Documentary

Duration:

185 minutes

Year:

1970

Director:

Joseph L. Mankiewicz

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Company:

Commonwealth United Entertainment

Cast:
Martin Luther King Jr.

Self (archive footage)

Coretta Scott King

Self (archive footage)

A.D. King

Self (archive footage)

Dexter King

Self (archive footage)

Yolanda King

Self (archive footage)

Crew:
Joseph L. Mankiewicz

Director

Sidney Lumet

Director

Richard Kaplan

Associate Producer

John Carter

Editor

Ely A. Landau

Producer