King: A Filmed Record…Montgomery to Memphis (Blu-ray)
Constructed from a wealth of archival footage, King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis is a monumental documentary that 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. Selected to the Library of Congress National Film Registry in 1999, King is a cinematic national treasure that allows viewers to be first-hand witnesses to Dr. King’s crusade, and thereby gain a fuller appreciation of both the personal challenges he endured and the vast cultural legacy he left behind.
- Two theatrical trailers featuring Harry Belafonte
- Sidney Lumet - Director
- Joseph L. Mankiewicz - Director
- Harry Belafonte - Himself
- Ruby Dee - Herself
- Ben Gazzara - Himself
- Charlton Heston - Himself
- James Earl Jones - Himself
- Burt Lancaster - Himself
- Paul Newman - Himself
- Anthony Quinn - Himself
- Clarence Williams III - Himself
- Joanne Woodward - Herself
- Martin Luther King, Jr. - Himself
- Richard Kaplan - Producer
- John N. Carter - Executive Producer
- Lora Hayes - Executive Producer
Reviews
"Perhaps the most important film documentary ever made. "- The Philadelphia Bulletin
"A piece of history of immense power" -The Los Angeles Times
"Stunning...the events are allowed to speak for themselves."- The New York Times
"When [young people] see this film, they will not only understand it, but will also experience it to the depths of their souls."-The Washington Daily News
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