THE GREAT DEBATERS
Directed by:
Denzel Washington
Written by:
Robert Eisele
Jeffrey Porro
Inspired by the American Legacy article by:
Tony Scherman
Genre:
Biography | Drama | Romance
Runtime:
126 mins
Plot:
A drama based on the true story of Melvin B. Tolson, a professor at Wiley College Texas. In 1935, he inspired students to form the school’s first debate team, which went on to challenge Harvard in the national championship.
Release Date:
December 25, 2007
Reception:
Cast:
Denzel Washington
Forest Whitaker
Denzel Whitaker
Nate Parker
Jurnee Smollett
Jermaine Williams
Gina Ravera
John Heard
Nominations
- Best Motion Picture – Drama
Wins
- Stanley Kramer Award | Todd Black, Kate Forte, Oprah Winfrey
