The Great Debaters (2007) Reviews

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Starring:
Denzel WashingtonForest Whitaker, (more)
Director(s):
Denzel Washington
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG13
Category:
Drama
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Richard S.

Well-chosen cast. Absolutely recommended for both adults and teens, this is a movie well worth watching,. It is one whose characters exhibit growth and ultimately choose dignity.

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Kara Q.

Great movie,great writing, and great acting by the entire cast. My whole family enjoyed this film including my 15 year old son who's school elective next year is Debate. His favorite actor is Denzel ...
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Great movie,great writing, and great acting by the entire cast. My whole family enjoyed this film including my 15 year old son who's school elective next year is Debate. His favorite actor is Denzel and he didn't disappoint in this movie. We watched the Special Features and just marveled at Mr. Washington's talents!
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Brenda B.

Great movie, very honest and shocking picture of racism, and the courage it took to live in those times. I especially enjoyed that this is based on a true story and enjoyed the interviews with the ...
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Great movie, very honest and shocking picture of racism, and the courage it took to live in those times. I especially enjoyed that this is based on a true story and enjoyed the interviews with the real people portrayed in the movie.
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Sharon G.

This was a very good movie. The acting by all characters was superb. The dialogs by the characters was very well written. If I had to watch a movie numerous times, this would be near the top of my ...
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This was a very good movie. The acting by all characters was superb. The dialogs by the characters was very well written. If I had to watch a movie numerous times, this would be near the top of my list. The actors delivered spectacular performances and would recommend this film to anyone wanting a great flick to watch
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Vicki H.

Great story line and insight into race relations during that period. Loved it. My 10-year old granddaughter did too.

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Richard S.

Denzell Washington does it again, excelling in a poignant film which turns out to be a piece of Civil Rights history. Supported by an excellent cast, this is a can't miss hit. If you miss it, ...
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Denzell Washington does it again, excelling in a poignant film which turns out to be a piece of Civil Rights history. Supported by an excellent cast, this is a can't miss hit. If you miss it, you'll truly be sorry. Excellent performances by all the participants. Get it now!!
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Mary A.

A well acted and well written movie that held my attention the entire length of the film.

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JMurphy728

This was a pretty good movie. Denzel and Forest were great in this movie. Such a great depiction of the way things were in this era. Some really good debates as well. I definitely recommend this ...
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This was a pretty good movie. Denzel and Forest were great in this movie. Such a great depiction of the way things were in this era. Some really good debates as well. I definitely recommend this as a one time watch.
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Gabriel R.

Excellent movie. Engrossing plot and flawless acting.

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Centa W.

I really enjoyed this movie . It held my attention from the beginning to the very end . Denzel Washington and Forrest Whitaker did a fantastic job .It was also very inspirational . I would certainly ...
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I really enjoyed this movie . It held my attention from the beginning to the very end . Denzel Washington and Forrest Whitaker did a fantastic job .It was also very inspirational . I would certainly watch it again and recommend it to others .
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