KING: A FILMED RECORD FROM MONTGOMERY TO MEMPHIS

Sunday, January 18th, 2026 at 4PM
In Cinema – Maysles Documentary Center
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KING: A FILMED RECORD… FROM MONTGOMERY TO MEMPHIS

Sidney Lumet, 1970, 185 min.

Constructed from a wealth of archival footage, KING: A FILMED RECORD FROM MONTGOMERY TO MEMPHIS is a monumental documentary that follows Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from 1955 to 1968, in his rise from regional activist to world-renowned leader of the Civil Rights movement. Rare footage of King’s speeches, protests, and arrests are interspersed with scenes of other high-profile supporters and opponents of the cause, punctuated by heartfelt testimonials by some of Hollywood’s biggest stars.

KING was originally presented as a one-night-only special event on March 20, 1970, at an epic length of more than three hours (plus intermission). 

+ Introduction by Jordan Jones, Associate Pastor of Metro Hope Church!

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