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Movie Info

Release Date: November 18, 1992
Runtime: 202 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (6)
Genres:
Drama History
Budget: $34,000,000
Revenue: $48,169,908
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
Ratings from trusted sources
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89%
Tomatometer
73
73/100
Metacritic
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7.6/10
TMDB
1,864 votes
⭐
7.7/10
IMDb
110,750 votes
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Malcolm X

1992

"Rise, resist, redefine; a legacy ignited."

Also known as: πŸ‡°πŸ‡· KO: 말콀 X? πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ ZH: 马尔科姆 X? πŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί RU: Малкольм Икс? πŸ‡·πŸ‡Έ SR: Malkolm Iks? πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦ UK: Малкольм Ікс? All international titles (6) →
Drama History 202 min 7.7/10

Awards & Recognition

0 Wins
1 Nominations
1 Total
Oscars
1 nom.
Year Festival Category Winner
1993 Oscars Best Actor Denzel Washington

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 4/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 3/5
Drugs / Alcohol 3/5
Frightening Elements 2/5
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Budget: $34,000,000
Revenue: $48,169,908
Profit $14,169,908
ROI +41.7% (1.4x)

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Keywords

#new york city 230 #biography 196 #police 87 #inspirational 70 #prison 70 #assassination 34 #based on memoir or autobiography 30 #beach 27 #historical figure 25 #police brutality 24 #bible 18 #informative 17 #muslim 14 #ku klux klan 9 #prison cell 8

Trivia & Fun Facts about Malcolm X

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  • Spike Lee faced significant challenges in securing funding for the film, as many studios were hesitant to finance a biopic about a controversial figure like Malcolm X.

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  • During the production, Denzel Washington studied Malcolm X's speeches and mannerisms to accurately portray the activist, even going so far as to change his diet and workout regimen to embody him physically.

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  • The film features a powerful soundtrack that includes music from artists such as Public Enemy and Stevie Wonder, which enhances the film's themes of empowerment and social justice.

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  • In one scene, the film depicts Malcolm X's assassination; however, the use of a blank gun during filming accidentally caused minor injuries to a crew member due to an unexpected discharge.

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  • The scene where Malcolm X meets with various civil rights leaders is rich with symbolism, representing the diverse approaches to racial justice during the era, from nonviolence to more militant strategies.

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  • Angela Bassett, who played Betty Shabazz, was initially hesitant to take the role but was convinced after reading the script and understanding its cultural significance.

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  • Spike Lee's collaboration with Denzel Washington on this film opened the door for future projects, solidifying their partnership in the film industry.

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