Citizen King
Originally released in 2004. Citizen King is a documentary film. directed by Orlando Bagwell. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Taylor Branch, David Halberstam, and Andrew Young
Synopsis
Documentary about the final five, turbulent years in the life of civil rights activist Martin Luther King. The story begins at the Lincoln Memorial in August 1963, when a 34-year-old preacher galvanized millions with his dream for an America free of racism and comes to a bloody end five years later on a motel balcony in Memphis. King has since become a mythic figure, an activist whose works and image are more hotly contested, negotiated and sold than almost anyone else's in American history. (Storyville)
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2004
22 years ago
Runtime
2h 0m
120 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Roja Productions Inc.
- GBH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Citizen King about?
Documentary about the final five, turbulent years in the life of civil rights activist Martin Luther King. The story begins at the Lincoln Memorial in August 1963, when a 34-year-old preacher galva...
Who directed Citizen King?
Citizen King was directed by Orlando Bagwell.
How long is Citizen King?
Citizen King has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
When was Citizen King released?
Citizen King was released on January 1, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Citizen King?
The main cast of Citizen King includes Taylor Branch, David Halberstam, Andrew Young, Martin Luther King Jr..