The Great Debaters

2007· 126 min★ 7.5· Biography, Drama, Romance

A drama based on the true story of Melvin B. Tolson, a professor at Wiley College Texas. In 1935, he inspired students to form the school's first debate team, which went on to challenge Harvard in the national championship.

Cast: Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker, Kimberly Elise

Director: Denzel Washington