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Malcolm X (sometimes stylized as X) is a 1992 American epic biographical drama film about the African-American activist Malcolm X. Directed and co-written by Spike Lee, the film stars Denzel Washington in the title role, as well as Angela Bassett, Albert Hall, Al Freeman Jr., and Delroy Lindo. Lee has a supporting role, while Black Panther Party co-founder Bobby Seale, the Rev. Al Sharpton, and future South African president Nelson Mandela make a cameo appearance. It is the second of four film collaborations between Washington and Lee.
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1992 · 3h 22m · Drama · History
TMDB 7.6/10 (1,954 votes)
A tribute to the controversial black activist and leader of the struggle for black liberation. He hit bottom during his imprisonment in the '50s, he became a Black Muslim and then a leader in the Nation of Islam. His assassination in 1965 left a legacy of self-determination and racial pride.
Directed by Spike Lee
Box office $48M worldwide
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Denzel Washingtonas Malcolm X
Albert Hallas Baines
Al Freeman Jr.as Elijah Muhammad
Delroy Lindoas West Indian Archie
Spike Leeas Shorty
Theresa Randleas Laura
Kate Vernonas Sophia
Lonette McKeeas Louise Little
Tommy Hollisas Earl Little
James McDanielas Brother Earl
Ernest Lee Thomasas Sidney
Jean-Claude La Marreas Benjamin 2X
O.L. Dukeas Pete