Malcolm X

Name: Malcolm X
Director: Spike Lee
Genre: Drama, History
Released: 1992-11-18
Rating: 7.9

November 18, 1992· 3h 22m

Drama History

Directed by

Spike Lee

Cast

Denzel Washington Angela Bassett Albert Hall Al Freeman Jr.Delroy Lindo Spike Lee +303 more ↓

Cinemagraphs Score7.9

A tribute to the controversial black activist and leader of the struggle for black liberation. He hit bottom during his imprisonment in the '50s, he became a Black Muslim and then a leader in the Nation of Islam. His assassination in 1965 left a legacy of self-determination and racial pride.

Audience Sentiment

Overall7.9

1 — Hated it5 — Neutral10 — Masterpiece

Critics

8+ Great

6-8 Good

<6 Poor

15 reviews·Last updated 2d ago

Peak Moment

The pilgrimage to Mecca

9.3at 2h 40m

Lowest Moment

Prison sentence begins

6.8at 1h 12m

Biggest Swing

The dramatic rise from Malcolm's lowest point in early prison (6.8) to his spiritual awakening and conversion to Islam (8.8), representing his complete transformation

Critics consistently praised Washington's transformative performance and Lee's ambitious direction, with particular acclaim for Malcolm's spiritual awakening, his electrifying speeches, and the Mecca pilgrimage sequence. While some noted the film's epic length and occasional pacing issues, reviewers appreciated the balanced, authentic portrayal of a complex historical figure's evolution from hustler to activist to enlightened leader.

15 reviews analyzed|Sources: Imdb, Tmdb