The Great Debaters
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The true story of a brilliant but politically radical debate team coach who uses the power of words to transform a group of underdog African-American college students into a historical powerhouse that took on the Harvard elite.
The Great Debaters is a 2007 drama based on the true story of a debate team coach who leads African-American college students to challenge Harvard's elite debaters. Released on December 25, 2007, the film showcases how the power of rhetoric and intellect transformed underdog athletes into historical champions.
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Denzel WhitakerJames Farmer Jr.
Nate ParkerHenry Lowe
Jurnee SmollettSamantha Booke
Forest WhitakerDr. James Farmer Sr.
Kimberly ElisePearl Farmer
Jermaine WilliamsHamilton Burgess
Gina RaveraRuth Tolson
John HeardSheriff Dozier
Devyn A. TylerHelen Farmer- Trenton McClain BoydNathaniel Farmer
Ritchie MontgomeryDeputy
Jackson WalkerPig Owner
Tim ParatiPig Farmer
Robert X. GolphinDunbar Reed
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When was The Great Debaters released?
The Great Debaters was released on December 25, 2007.
What is The Great Debaters about?
The film tells the true story of a politically radical debate team coach who uses the power of words to transform a group of underdog African-American college students into champions who compete against Harvard's elite debaters.
Is The Great Debaters based on a true story?
Yes, The Great Debaters is based on the true story of a real debate team and their historic achievements.
What genre is The Great Debaters?
The Great Debaters is a drama film.
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