Nine from Little Rock
Originally released in 1964. Nine from Little Rock is a documentary film. directed by Charles Guggenheim. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ernest Green and Thelma Mothershed
Synopsis
The Arkansas school integration crisis and the changes wrought in subsequent years. This film profiles the lives of the nine African-American students who integrated Central High in Little Rock, Arkansas, during the fall of 1957. The film documents the perspective of Jefferson Thomas and his fellow students seven years after their historic achievement. Central to this story is their quiet but brave entrance into Little Rock High, escorted by armed troops under the intense pressure of the on looking crowd. We learn first hand their impressions of the past and present and their hopes for the future. Their selfless heroism broke the integration crisis and pioneered a new era. This film went on to win an Academy Award® for Best Documentary Short in 1964.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1964
62 years ago
Runtime
0h 20m
20 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- U.S. Information Agency
- Guggenheim Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nine from Little Rock about?
The Arkansas school integration crisis and the changes wrought in subsequent years. This film profiles the lives of the nine African-American students who integrated Central High in Little Rock, Ar...
Who directed Nine from Little Rock?
Nine from Little Rock was directed by Charles Guggenheim.
How long is Nine from Little Rock?
Nine from Little Rock has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).
When was Nine from Little Rock released?
Nine from Little Rock was released on January 1, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Nine from Little Rock?
The main cast of Nine from Little Rock includes Ernest Green, Thelma Mothershed.