The Great Debaters

2007 • 127 minutes
80%
Tomatometer
Eligible
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About this movie

Based on the true story of Melvin B. Tolson, a professor from the historically black Wiley College in East Texas. In 1935, Tolson inspired students to form the college's first debating team, and led it to defeat Harvard in national championships.