What is the duration of Birth of a Movement?

The duration of Birth of a Movement is 57 mins.

What is the original language of Birth of a Movement?

The original language of Birth of a Movement is English.

Who directed Birth of a Movement?

Birth of a Movement was directed by Spike Lee, Reginald Hudlin, Bestor Cram, Susan Gray.

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Birth of a Movement 2017

Q: Does Birth of a Movement have end credit scenes?

Birth of a Movement does not have end credit scenes.

Documentary

Rank

#26,059

Runtime

57 mins

Language

English

In 1915, Boston-based activist and newspaper editor William M. Trotter confronted D.W. Griffith’s influential film, The Birth of a Nation, a technically impressive work that also glorified the Ku Klux Klan. This confrontation sparked a pivotal moment in the ongoing struggle for civil rights, exploring themes of media representation and Hollywood's power. The documentary, inspired by Dick Lehr’s book, examines this clash between human rights and freedom of speech within a rapidly evolving media landscape and its lasting impact.

Studio

Spike Lee

Director

Reginald Hudlin

Director

Bestor Cram

Director

Susan Gray

Director

Does Birth of a Movement have end credit scenes?

No!

Birth of a Movement does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Birth Of A Movement: The Fight to Ban a Controversial Film

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