# The Great Debaters (2007)

> A gifted Wiley College debate coach leads four Black students through Jim Crow violence, personal rivalries, and a historic showdown with Harvard.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/8246

## Facts

- Runtime: 126 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Denzel Washington
- Cast: Denzel Whitaker, Denzel Washington, Nate Parker, Jurnee Smollett-Bell, Forest Whitaker, Kimberly Elise, Jermaine Williams, Gina Ravera
- TMDB rating: 7.3/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0427309/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: earnest, inspirational, tense, inspirational movie night, history classroom viewing

## Synopsis

A powerful story of resilience and intellect amidst adversity and discrimination.

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