Death of a Prophet

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  • NR
  • 1981
  • 1 hr
  • 4.4  (297)

Death of a Prophet is a 1981 film starring Morgan Freeman, Yolanda King, and Mansoor Najee-ullah. Directed by Woodie King Jr., the film is based on the last days of civil rights leader Malcolm X. The movie takes place in New York in 1965, just days before Malcolm X's assassination. The film dramatizes the events leading up to his killing and shows how the two men convicted of the crime were brought to justice.

The film begins with Malcolm X (played by Freeman) giving a fiery speech about the civil rights movement, calling for African Americans to unite and fight for their rights. The speech is interrupted by a group of white hecklers, who Malcolm X confronts, prompting his followers to intervene and drive the hecklers away.

As the story progresses, Malcolm X's influence and power become stronger, and he starts to attract enemies from all sides. He receives death threats and is haunted by his past mistakes, including his involvement with the Nation of Islam and his relationship with Elijah Muhammad.

The tension builds as Malcolm X decides to break from the Nation of Islam and start his own organization. He faces resistance from within the group and from other civil rights leaders, who see him as too radical and too divisive.

The film then follows the events leading up to Malcolm X's assassination on February 21, 1965. The assassination itself is not shown, but the impact it has on the people around Malcolm X is depicted in great detail. There are scenes of grief, anger, and confusion from both his followers and his detractors.

Throughout the film, Freeman gives a powerful and compelling performance as Malcolm X, demonstrating the charisma and intensity that made him such an influential leader. Yolanda King, who plays Malcolm X's wife, Betty Shabazz, also gives a strong performance, showing the emotional turmoil of a woman who is struggling to support her husband while also raising their children.

The film is emotionally charged, and the scenes of Malcolm X's speeches are particularly powerful. It conveys the message that despite his flaws and mistakes, Malcolm X was a vital figure in the struggle for civil rights and that his impact is still felt today.

Overall, Death of a Prophet is a poignant and thought-provoking film that shines a light on the life and legacy of Malcolm X. It is a must-see for anyone interested in the civil rights movement and the struggle for racial justice.

Death of a Prophet is a 1981 drama with a runtime of 1 hour. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.4.

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  • Release Date
    1981
  • MPAA Rating
    NR
  • Runtime
    1 hr
  • IMDB Rating
    4.4  (297)