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Martin Luther King(te)
In a small village where caste politics rules the roost, amid a local election with two rival political parties vying to win by any means necessary, an underprivileged hairdresser becomes the game changer and lands in a curiously powerful position as the single deciding vote.
Martin Luther King: More Than One Dream(fr)
The real dream of the American pastor Martin Luther King was never limited to civil rights. He hoped for a just America, where poverty would no longer have a place. Social equality was for him the only guarantee of a true emancipation. During the last four years of his life, he mobilized all his energy to realize this "other dream". But there were many obstacles: he was scorned by white, racist America, abandoned by the political class, but also by some of his own people, who decided to turn their backs on the principle of non-violence.
Who Killed Martin Luther King?(en)
This film, which includes archival footage and interviews with convicted killer James Earl Ray, Martin Luther King III and former police officers, looks back at Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination in 1968 and lingering conspiracy theories.
Killing Martin Luther King Jr.(en)
No person has transformed a race’s social standing as Martin Luther King Jr. He transcended racial barriers, But the quest for equality came with consequences. 1968. April 4th. A day that changed the landscape of society forever.
David Susskind Archive: Interview With Dr. Martin Luther King Jr(en)
The historic interview that stopped JFK in his tracks...
Martin Luther King, Jr. : Marked Man(en)
National Geographic documentary on Martin Luther King Jr. helps drive change in the United States in the face of bitter opposition, not least from opponents within the U.S. government; King is subjected to a fierce campaign of intimidation by J. Edgar Hoover's FBI.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: A Historical Perspective(en)
Documentary film focuses on the Civil Rights leader's many groundbreaking accomplishments. Footage covers Dr. King's war on poverty and his staunch opposition to the Vietnam War. Also included is his stirring "I Have a Dream" speech.
Martin Luther King and the March on Washington(en)
Documentary commemorating the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King's March on Washington, a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement in the United States. The film tells the story of how the march for jobs and freedom began, speaking to the people who organised and participated in it. Using rarely seen archive footage the film reveals the background stories surrounding the build up to the march as well as the fierce opposition it faced from the JFK administration, J Edgar Hoover's FBI and widespread claims that it would incite racial violence, chaos and disturbance. The film follows the unfolding drama as the march reaches its ultimate triumphs, gaining acceptance from the state, successfully raising funds and in the end, organised and executed peacefully.
Al Helm: Martin Luther King in Palestine(en)
An African American gospel choir is the Greek chorus for a Palestinian play on Martin Luther King, Jr. which tours the West Bank, preaching nonviolence. The devoutly Christian choir grew up in churches strongly allied with Israel. On their first trip to the Holy Land they witness the harsh realities of life under occupation, a nonviolent movement for justice, and an assassination. Our story is a unique view of a crucial human rights conflict. Mixing the excitement of foot-stomping gospel music and creative theater it reveals the power of art to communicate, heal, and give voice to communities living in fear. It is a cultural exchange of immense depth and far-reaching implications, where, during the course of the journey, people's preconceptions are radically changed.
The Assassination of Martin Luther King(en)
In a prelude to the forthcoming bio-opic of his assassination film by Oliver Stone. This video features some great footage of Dr. King after his transformation in 1965 to the war on poverty, discrimination, and unequal distribution of wealth in this great country.
Martin Luther King by Trevor Mcdonald(en)
On the anniversary of Martin Luther King's death, Sir Trevor McDonald travels to the Deep South of America to get closer to the man who meant so much to him.
Martin Luther King, Jr.: Legacy of a Dream(en)
King (1929-68), the youngest person to receive the Nobel Peace Prize, set an example of non-violence and led the civil rights movement advocating justice for all classes and races.
Martin Luther King, Jr: I Have a Dream(en)
Relive one of the seminal moments in the history of the Civil Rights movement with these fascinating excerpted clips from Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s landmark speech on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in 1963. In addition to King's most famous address, this compilation also includes the last speech he delivered before his tragic assassination, as well as footage of the beautiful eulogy delivered by friend Bobby Kennedy.
Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy(en)
In this visual exploration of Martin Luther King Jr.'s greatest works. Pastor David Anthony Johnson dives deep into the legacy of Dr. Kings speeches and recites them in a series of performances still relevant to our world today.
Martin Luther King, Jr.: The Man and the Dream(en)
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was one of the most loved, respected and influential leaders in American history. In this one-of-a-kind look at his life and work, writer and director Tom Friedman explores how Dr. King's ideas evolved in the face of the rapidly changing climate of the Civil Rights Movement. Rare footage and photographs illustrate the defining moments of his crusade.
Martin Luther King Jr: One Man and His Dream(en)
On April 4th, 1968 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated—a catastrophic moment that shook the world. 2018 marks the 50th anniversary of the tragic event and in the two-hour documentary special, Martin Luther King Jr.: One Man and His Dream, host Sir Trevor McDonald explores the life and legacy of one of the most influential people to ever live and one who continues to influence modern politics decades after his death.
Martin Luther King at Newcastle University(en)
A remarkable event the great American civil rights leader, Martin Luther King makes a powerful speech on a unique visit to Newcastle University.
Martin Luther King, Jr: From Montgomery to Memphis(en)
Through archival footage, the documentary provides an overview of Dr. Martin Luther King's contributions to the civil rights movement.