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1992 · 202 min · PG-13

Malcolm X

Directed by Spike Lee · Drama, History

Malcolm X (1992) is a Drama film, directed by Spike Lee set in Omaha, Boston, New York City, and Chicago during the 1940s–1960s. It runs 202 minutes and is rated PG-13.

Themes of identity, power & corruption, and faith / religion run throughout.

Composer
Terence Blanchard
Cinematography
Ernest R. Dickerson
Cast
Denzel WashingtonAngela BassettAlbert HallAl Freeman Jr.Delroy LindoSpike LeeTheresa RandleKate Vernon

The world of this film

Premise & themes

Themes
IdentityPower & CorruptionFaith / Religion
Tone
MelancholicHopeful

Shape

Protagonist
Solo Lead
Pacing
Measured
Based on
True Story
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