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Shirley is a 2024 American biographical drama film directed by John Ridley. Regina King portrays Shirley Chisholm, the New York politician who became the first Black woman elected to the United States Congress in 1968 and later sought the Democratic presidential nomination in 1972. The film is intended for viewers interested in political history and civil-rights figures.
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Who plays Shirley Chisholm in Shirley?
Regina King plays Shirley Chisholm, and John Ridley directed the 2024 American biographical drama. Chisholm became the first Black woman elected to the United States Congress in 1968.
Does Shirley cover Chisholm's presidential campaign?
Yes. It follows Chisholm's political rise and her 1972 bid for the Democratic presidential nomination, not just her 1968 congressional breakthrough.
Is Shirley a documentary or a scripted biopic?
It is a scripted biographical drama, not a documentary. The film dramatizes a real politician's career through Regina King's performance under John Ridley's direction.
Was Shirley released on Netflix?
Netflix released Shirley in 2024 as a feature film. It is a platform movie rather than an episodic television series.
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