The Great Debaters (2007)

"When the nation was in need, he inspired them to give us hope."
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The Great Debaters
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StarringDenzel WhitakerDenzel WashingtonNate Parker
DirectorDenzel Washington
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PG-13 2 hr 6 minDec 27th, 2007Drama
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Plot
The true story of a brilliant but politically radical debate team coach who uses the power of words to transform a group of underdog African-American college students into a historical powerhouse that took on the Harvard elite.

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:December 27th, 2007
On DVD & Blu-ray:May 13th, 2008 - Buy DVD
Movie Budget:$15,000,000
Movie Box Office Gross:$30,226,144 (Worldwide)
Original Language:English
Executive Producers:David Crockett, Bob Weinstein, Harvey Weinstein
Production Companies:Marshall Production, The Weinstein Company, Harpo Films
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