The Rape of Recy Taylor(2019)
She spoke up
The Rape of Recy Taylor Synopsis
Recy Taylor, a 24-year-old black mother and sharecropper, was gang raped by six white boys in 1944 Alabama. Common in Jim Crow South, few women spoke up in fear for their lives. Not Recy Taylor, who bravely identified her rapists. The NAACP sent its chief rape investigator Rosa Parks, who rallied support and triggered an unprecedented outcry for justice. The film exposes a legacy of physical abuse of black women and reveals Rosa Parks’ intimate role in Recy Taylor’s story.
The Rape of Recy Taylor (2019) is a documentary film directed by Nancy Buirski, released on May 30, 2019 with a runtime of 1h 31m. It stars Tommy Bernardi and Cynthia Erivo. Viewers rate it 7.7 out of 10 across 9 ratings.
- Director:
- Nancy Buirski
- Writers:
- Nancy Buirski
- Producers:
- Claire L. Chandler
- Cinematographer:
- Rex Miller
- Production:
- Augusta Films, Transform Films, Artemis Rising, Matador Films
- Status:
- Released
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The Rape of Recy Taylor Cast & Crew
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Directed by Nancy Buirski, written by Nancy Buirski, produced by Claire L. Chandler.
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The Rape of Recy Taylor Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.7/10 from 9 ratings.
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The Rape of Recy Taylor – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in The Rape of Recy Taylor?
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The main cast of The Rape of Recy Taylor (2019) includes Tommy Bernardi and Cynthia Erivo. The film was directed by Nancy Buirski. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Rape of Recy Taylor released?
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The Rape of Recy Taylor was released on May 30, 2019 and runs for 1h 31m.
Is The Rape of Recy Taylor worth watching?
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The Rape of Recy Taylor (2019) holds an average rating of 7.7 out of 10 from 9 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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