The Real Malcolm X
Synopsis
CBS News looks at Malcolm X, focusing on his public life from 1959 to his assassination in 1965, suggesting that his death was a great loss to the nation. The film intercuts archival footage of Malcolm and interviews with family, friends, colleagues, scholars, and writers. CBS documents Malcolm's move from being Elijah Muhammad's deputy in the Nation of Islam to his embrace of Islam: his new links with the civil rights movement posed a real threat to the powers that be. CBS details his death after secret FBI acts to increase the rift between Muhammad and Malcolm. Maya Angelou, Dick Gregory, and Andrew Young offer trenchant comments. "He was our manhood," eulogized Ossie Davis.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 18, 1992
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brett Alexander
- Original Title
- The Real Malcolm X
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- CBS News Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brett Alexander
Department Leadership Roster
Brett Alexander
Director
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What is The Real Malcolm X about?
CBS News looks at Malcolm X, focusing on his public life from 1959 to his assassination in 1965, suggesting that his death was a great loss to the nation. The film intercuts archival footage of Malcolm and interviews with family, friends, colleagues, scholars, and writers. CBS documents Malcolm's move from being Elijah Muhammad's deputy in the Nation of Islam to his embrace of Islam: his new links with the civil rights movement posed a real threat to the powers that be. CBS details his death after secret FBI acts to increase the rift between Muhammad and Malcolm. Maya Angelou, Dick Gregory, and Andrew Young offer trenchant comments. "He was our manhood," eulogized Ossie Davis.
Who directed The Real Malcolm X?
The Real Malcolm X was directed by Brett Alexander.
Who stars in The Real Malcolm X?
The principal cast of The Real Malcolm X includes Dan Rather, Maya Angelou, Chuck D, James Farmer, Dick Gregory.
When was The Real Malcolm X released and how long is it?
The Real Malcolm X was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.