The Real Malcolm X(1992)
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.
The Real Malcolm X (1992) is a documentary film directed by Brett Alexander, released on November 18, 1992 with a runtime of 1h. It stars Dan Rather, Maya Angelou, Chuck D and James Farmer. Viewers rate it 8.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- Brett Alexander
- Production:
- CBS News Productions
- Status:
- Released
The Real Malcolm X Cast & Crew
Main cast
Dan Rather
as Self - Narrator / Interviewer
Maya Angelou
Chuck D
James Farmer
Dick Gregory
Lionel Hampton
Clarence Jones
Quincy Jones
- Betty Shabazz
Betty Shabazz
Wesley Snipes
Mario Van Peebles
Malcolm-Jamal Warner
Key crew
Directed by Brett Alexander.
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The main cast of The Real Malcolm X (1992) includes Dan Rather, Maya Angelou, Chuck D, James Farmer and Dick Gregory. The film was directed by Brett Alexander. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Real Malcolm X released?
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The Real Malcolm X was released on November 18, 1992 and runs for 1h.
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The Real Malcolm X (1992) holds an average rating of 8.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.