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Deacons for Defense

β˜… 6.4(11)20051h 35m
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About Deacons for Defense

Deacons for Defense is a 2005 movie in the Drama and TV Movie genres, directed by Bill Duke, starring Forest Whitaker, Jonathan Silverman and Chris Britton. It has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.4/10 from 11 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Deacons for Defense in Mexico β€” across streaming, rental and purchase options β€” along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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Overview

Inspired by a true story, this drama is set in 1965, not long after passage of the Civil Rights Act. Despite the Act, the African-American citizens of Bogalusa are still treated like third-class citizens, their fundamental rights as human beings persistently trampled by the white power structure, in general, and the local branch of the KKK. The story follows the formation of local black men, particularly ex-war veterans who after the struggles become too overbearing organizes the group, "Deacons for defense", an all-black defense group dedicated to patrolling the black section of town and protecting its residents from the more violent aspects of "white backlash."

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Themes & keywords

based on true storyracistracismhuman rights

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How long is Deacons for Defense?+

Deacons for Defense has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

Who stars in Deacons for Defense?+

Deacons for Defense stars Forest Whitaker, Jonathan Silverman, Chris Britton, Ossie Davis and Tyrone Benskin.

When did Deacons for Defense come out?+

Deacons for Defense is a 2005 movie directed by Bill Duke.

What genre is Deacons for Defense?+

Deacons for Defense is Drama and TV Movie film.

Who directed Deacons for Defense?+

Deacons for Defense was directed by Bill Duke.

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