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9 Films That Told Incredible True Stories

While this year’s crop of Oscar nominations has certainly stirred controversy, one thing is undeniable – Hollywood continues to love a good true story. The Imitation Game, Selma, The Theory Of Everything, American Sniper, Foxcatcher, Mr Turner and Unbroken – all feature in the list of nominees, and all are based on real events.
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Published: Feb 18, 2015 11:36 pm

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Malcolm X (1992)

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Malcolm X

Based on The Autobiography Of Malcolm X by Malcolm X and Alex Haley, this highly acclaimed film from director Spike Lee boasts an adapted screenplay by Lee and Arnold Perl (Fiddler On The Roof). It presents the major moments in the life of the influential leader – from his youth spent engaged in criminal enterprise, to his imprisonment, his conversion to Islam, his time with the Nation Of Islam, his marriage, pilgrimage to Mecca and, ultimately, his assassination during a speech.

With Denzel Washington in the title role, Malcolm X also features Angela Bassett, Delroy Lindo, Theresa Randle, and Christopher Plummer. It is noteworthy for including the legendary Nelson Mandela in its cast, and also benefits from a voice-over by actor Ossie Davis, reading the eulogy he gave personally at the funeral of Malcolm X. The power of the film lies in the fact that the themes and issues that dominated the life and work of Malcolm X remain highly relevant throughout the world today.

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Sarah Myles is a freelance writer. Originally from London, she now lives in North Yorkshire with her husband and two children.
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