description The Great Debaters Overview
The Great Debaters chronicles the experiences of the Wiley College debate team during 1935 Texas. Directed by Denzel Washington, the film details their challenges and competitions as a historically Black college team. It features an ensemble cast including Forest Whitaker and Jurnee Smollett, released in December 2007.
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info The Great Debaters Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 2007 |
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Who directed The Great Debaters?
The Great Debaters was directed by Denzel Washington, who also stars in the film as debate coach Melvin B. Tolson. Washington has directed several films throughout his career in addition to his extensive acting work.
Is The Great Debaters based on a true story?
Yes, the film is inspired by the real Wiley College debate team and their achievements during 1935 in Texas. It depicts the challenges faced by a historically Black college team competing during the era of racial segregation, though some details were dramatized for narrative purposes.
Who stars in The Great Debaters alongside Denzel Washington?
The film features Denzel Washington and Forest Whitaker in leading roles, with additional cast members including Jurnee Smollett and Nate Parker as members of the Wiley College debate team. The ensemble portrays the real and fictionalized figures of the college community.
What college is featured in The Great Debaters?
The film centers on Wiley College, a historically Black college in Marshall, Texas, and its debate team during the 1935 season. The team's journey includes competing against predominantly white universities during the Jim Crow era.
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