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Selma

PG-1320142h 8mAva DuVernay
IMDb 7.5 · Rotten Tomatoes 99% · Metacritic 79
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"One dream can change the world."

"Selma," as in Alabama, the place where segregation in the South was at its worst, leading to a march that ended in violence, forcing a famous statement by President Lyndon B. Johnson that ultimately led to the signing of the Voting Rights Act.

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AlabamaCivil RightsMartin Luther KingBased On True StoryPresidentProtest MarchWoman DirectorSelma1960sAfrican American History

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Frequently asked questions

What is Selma (2014) about?

"Selma," as in Alabama, the place where segregation in the South was at its worst, leading to a march that ended in violence, forcing a famous statement by President Lyndon B. Johnson that ultimately led to the signing of the Voting Rights Act.

Who stars in Selma?

Selma stars David Oyelowo (Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.), Carmen Ejogo (Coretta Scott King), Tom Wilkinson (President Lyndon B. Johnson), Giovanni Ribisi (Lee White), Tim Roth (Gov. George Wallace). The film was directed by Ava DuVernay.

How long is Selma?

Selma has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 2014. It is rated PG-13.

Is Selma worth watching?

Selma holds an IMDb rating of 7.5/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 99. Fans of History, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch Selma?

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