The Great Debaters (2007) Reviews

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Starring:
Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker, (more)
Director(s):
Denzel Washington
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG13
Category:
Drama
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jayrob41

outstanding movie, actors were superb. a great film regarding the time period in the south and the achievements made by blacks in a country for the most part that feared and hated them. for the ...
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outstanding movie, actors were superb. a great film regarding the time period in the south and the achievements made by blacks in a country for the most part that feared and hated them. for the fortitude of higher learning institutions to compete and allow a small black college prove they could stand and rise above obstacles and defeat one of the most prestigious white colleges as judged by Harvard judges.
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Victor G.

No matter the circumstances, don't give up and you'll succeed.

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Diane G.

Denzel Wahington does it again this was really a great movie to watch the way they debated was good and the story line was good I recimmend this one keeps you watching.

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Spencer M.

The movie says it all. We are making progress, but the job isn't finished yet. A must see for all.

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Aloysius N.

This movie was awesome, enjoyed it from start to finish and actually loved the debates a must watch for everyone.

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Barbara P.

I was not expecting this movie to be so good. I was pleasantly surprised. The acting is excellent, good story line. Would definitely recommend as a family movie.

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David Z.

Denzel was the movie and the movie was good.

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Crystal and Kevin K.

I am just one of the few who didnt like this movie. I usually like all of Denzels of Forresters stuff but this one just didnt do it for me or my husband. Very slow moving and it is and was sooo much ...
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I am just one of the few who didnt like this movie. I usually like all of Denzels of Forresters stuff but this one just didnt do it for me or my husband. Very slow moving and it is and was sooo much on the face angle. Even more then what I felt should have been. Again I know I am one of the few but I just didnt like
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Charles F.

I really liked Denzel Washington until this movie showed me what a racist he is. He hates white people more than any white person ever hated a black. He has taught me that black people are not to be ...
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I really liked Denzel Washington until this movie showed me what a racist he is. He hates white people more than any white person ever hated a black. He has taught me that black people are not to be trusted.
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Erich O.

just a bad racist movie, save your time and money. can you imagine making a movie about getting a bunch of white guys to beat a black basketball team. how would that go over. didnt think so. Cant we ...
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just a bad racist movie, save your time and money. can you imagine making a movie about getting a bunch of white guys to beat a black basketball team. how would that go over. didnt think so. Cant we all just get along????
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