What is Selma?
Selma is a film first released in 2014. Catalogued under History, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2014
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 128 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 25, 2014
- Studios
- Plan B Entertainment, Cloud Eight Films, Ingenious Media
- Genres
- History, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Selma is a film first released in 2014. Catalogued under History, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Plan B Entertainment, Cloud Eight Films, Ingenious Media. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A powerful dramatization of the 1965 Selma marches that sparked the Voting Rights Act.”
- Ava DuVernay’s direction brings the civil‑rights struggle to life.
- Outstanding performances from David Oyelowo and Oprah Winfrey.
- Illuminates a pivotal moment in American history.
- PG‑13 rating means some historical brutality is toned down.
Watch it if you’re interested in civil‑rights history and the fight for voting equality.
The film contains depictions of racial tension and police violence, suitable for mature teen and adult audiences.
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Who directed Selma?
Selma was directed by Ava DuVernay.
What historical event does the film portray?
It dramatizes the 1965 Selma to Montgomery voting‑rights marches in Alabama.
When was the film released?
The film was released in the United States on December 25, 2014.
What is the film’s runtime and rating?
The runtime is 2 hours 8 minutes, and it is rated PG‑13.
Which actors have prominent roles?
The cast includes David Oyelowo, Carmen Ejogo, Oprah Winfrey, and Jim France.
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