The Rosa Parks Story

TV-PG

2002

1 hr. 37 min.

Drama

Biography

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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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Steve D

Worthy story, well told.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/31/24

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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

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Julie Dash

Director

Angela Bassett

Rosa Louise McCauley Parks

Peter Francis James

Raymond Parks

Tonea Stewart

Johnnie Carr

Dexter Scott King

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Afemo Omilami

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Emily Ashby

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Insightful biopic tells story behind momentous bus boycott.

Rated: 4/5

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Amy Glynn

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This film is beautifully acted and richly scripted and well worth watching.

Rated: 8.4/10

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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
Executive Producer: Howard Braunstein, Michael Jaffe, Yvonne E. Chotzen, William Jenner, Willis Edwards, Angela Bassett
Screenwriter: Paris Qualles
Production Co: Miramax
Rating: TV-PG (L)
Genre: Drama, Biography
Original Language: English
Release Date (DVD): Jan 21, 2003

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