The Great Debaters

  • 2007


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79 % Certified Fresh
$ 30 Million
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Positive Reviews 40
Negative reviews 3
Average Rating 3.6/5
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1.5
But for a movie about a debate teamone with the word debaters in the title, no lessDenzel Washingtons second effort as a director doesnt have that muc .. Av Club
3.1
In his second outing as a director, Washington chooses an inspirational story, yet even though The Great Debaters is a historical story worth telling, .. Austin Chronicle
5.0
And the flow becomes a mighty flood in a powerful and impassioned story.This is one of the years best films. Rogerebert
3.5
Washington doesnt give in to sweetened sentiment, instead guiding to the film to a gentle lump in your throat finale that pays off the film well witho .. E Film Critic
3.5
You could stand around wishing it were better, but it feels like nitpicking. Cinema Blend
3.8
Its an inspirational film that wears its heart on its sleeve. But its got a good, strong heart and, despite some awkward moments in the later going, i .. Ny Daily News
4.4
Washington succeeds in making debating as enthralling as contact sports. Philly
3.8
Life of the mind characters are unfortunately rare in African American film, and its particularly jolting to find them in a period story. Philly
5.0
Very few movies honor the unstinting determination it takes to succeed in a competitive world. Spirituality And Practice
2.5
The time devoted to Henry and Samanthas dull romance would have been better spent strengthening the characters: Tolson is little more than a glare and .. Tv Guide
3.1
It has a fascinating, genuinely inspiring central theme about how the ideas and ideals of one generation can incite action in the next. Mark Reviews Movies
3.8
Nevertheless, this is a very uplifting and moving film, one of the best of 2007. Lariat
3.5
Its structure and content are not original, no, but Robert Eiseles screenplay is just sophisticated enough to be above average (the debate scenes are .. Eric Ds Nider
3.5
That, however, is about the only fault one can find in this otherwise highly engaging, entertaining, occasionally thought provoking, and even sometime .. Screen It
2.5
At least the cast is good, with an especially strong break out performance from Parker and a remarkably lively scene between Washington and Forest Whi .. Shadows On The Wall
3.5
As others have pointed out, it would be have been more exciting if the Wiley squad had just once in this film taken up positions they personally abhor .. Cs Monitor
4.5
Yes, the agenda is obvious, but so is a bounty of talent and genuine entertainment. Film Journal
2.8
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3.5
Its not daring, but its earnest.As an actor director, he also focuses on performances, and the sum of these elements makes The Great Debaters a predic .. Reel Talk Reviews
3.0
A lot of the beats are a bit too familiar from previous entries in the series, which isnt surprising given that this is the fifth film to play off the .. Q Network
3.5
The topic is civil disobedience, and as one of our heroes draws from experience to argue for the morality of lawbreaking, The Great Debaters soars wit .. Ew
3.5
Denzel Washington has zero personality as a director.You know whats around every corner. Movies
3.8
And some will leave the theater wishing the film had a harder edge and perhaps more venturesome direction. Sf Gate
3.5
The Great Debaters is this years major entry to this rather dubious genre. Time
1.5
On the witness stand, Gates detailed years of crimes, saying most of his wrongdoing was committed on behalf of his former boss, Paul Manafort, while o .. Washington Post
2.5
The central premise behind The Great Debaters isnt the problem; it is the padding material surrounding it that is unsatisfying. The Movie Boy
3.0
As it turns out, the only thing newsworthy about The Great Debaters is that a mediocre film managed to make the cut at all. Bullz-Eye
3.5
This makes aThe Great Debatersa more than just an inspiring film. Reeling Reviews
4.5
Its the performances that make The Great Debaters close to a must see. Flickfilosopher
4.4
The Great Debaters is ultimately an uplifting movie because it is about triumph. ReelViews
3.5
Movies offer us wildly divergent stories with vivid, close up emotions, and so did the six fimmakers we invited to take part in the Envelope Directors .. Calendar Live
3.2
The Great Debaters scores some points Canny movie star that he is, Denzel Washington has made it a habit to alternate extravagantly sympathetic roles .. Seattle Pi
4.5
Even though it is a film by blacks about blacks, it is a movie that whites should find highly entertaining while offering them a different perspective .. Tony Medley
1.9
It may awaken those oblivious to bigotrys oily roots, but it will only sadden anyone surprised to realize thats a lesson that still needs teaching. The Star
3.1
This fact based drama is well intentioned but gets a little bogged down in the details. Deseret News
3.1
Its this activity which gets short shrift in an overlong movie thats actually more interesting than the rather dry debating sequences. New York Post
3.8
The Great Debaters chronicles this chapter in the life of a fascinating manand in the life of a racially divided nation. Christianity Today
5.0
Now Denzel Washington and Oprah Winfrey have collaborated as producers to bring this extraordinary docudrama, The Great Debaters to the screen, and it .. News Blaze
2.5
One can only conclude that this movie was designed for youngsters, not adults. News Blaze
5.0
Even the best writing cant overcome weak acting, so imagine how good The Great Debaters is with a cast of Oscar winning pros and rising young talents. Waffle Movies
3.5
But if Eiseles screenplay relies too heavily on tried and true Hollywood plotting, the wonderful cast does its best to make it feel fresh, finding sub .. News Week
4.4
Just watching him as Tolson, you wish you could pack your kids off to his classroom. Mercury News
4.5
The Great Debaters is an amazing story, but its the sensational direction and cast that make the theme resonant. Review Express
3.2
For all of its toothpaste dramatic license, The Great Debators hits its emotional marks with help from Forest Whitaker and a talented ensemble cast th .. Film Critic 1963 Typepad
3.8
Its about finding the courage to raise your voice in the face of great hatred, opposition and fear. That it comes by coincidence in the wake of the as .. Week In Rewind
3.8
Nate Parker may end up the next Denzel Washington. He has the charm and emotional punch. Put him in more things. Sea Coast Online
3.8
Not only is this a feel good story, but its moving and inspirational for all. Black Filim



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