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The Rosa Parks Story

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This biopic tells the story of civil rights activist Rosa Parks (Angela Bassett) from her days as a private-school student to her public battle against racism and segregation. As a secretary for the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, Parks defends local children who have been victimized by racism. But when she is arrested after refusing to give up her bus seat for a white passenger, Parks inspires the 1955 Montgomery Bus Boycott.
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Emily Ashby Common Sense Media Insightful biopic tells story behind momentous bus boycott. Rated: 4/5 Oct 4, 2020 Full Review Amy Glynn Paste Magazine This film is beautifully acted and richly scripted and well worth watching. Rated: 8.4/10 Oct 4, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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Charles P Sad story but informative Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/24/24 Full Review Steve D Worthy story, well told. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/31/24 Full Review Kenzy Malek L i really enjoyed this movie it's not my favorite but it's the one I like the most Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/15/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis This biopic tells the story of civil rights activist Rosa Parks (Angela Bassett) from her days as a private-school student to her public battle against racism and segregation. As a secretary for the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, Parks defends local children who have been victimized by racism. But when she is arrested after refusing to give up her bus seat for a white passenger, Parks inspires the 1955 Montgomery Bus Boycott.
Director
Julie Dash
Producer
Pearl Devers, Elaine Eason Steele
Screenwriter
Paris Qualles
Production Co
Miramax
Rating
TV-PG (L)
Genre
Drama, Biography
Original Language
English
Release Date (DVD)
Jan 21, 2003
Runtime
1h 37m
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