The great debaters

The Great Debaters - A drama based on the true story of Melvin B. Tolson, a professor at Wiley College Texas. In 1935, he inspired students to form the school's first debate team, which went on to challenge Harvard in the national championship.

As part of the 50 Great Teachers series, NPR's Bob Mondello looks at what Hollywood has taught us about teachers.

From 'Underground' to 'Birds of Prey,' a look at the actress's film and television roles.

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The Great Debaters (2007)

Celebrating National Speech and Debate Education with The Great Debaters of Marshall, Texas!

Oprah Winfrey says she always wanted to work with two-time Academy Award-winning actor Denzel Washington. Washington, a movie star who's been in the game for 25 years, is always looking to step up his game. So, when these two titans joined forces to bring to the big screen one of the most inspiring stories of our time – a movie about an all Black college debate team, you had to know “The Great Debaters” would be awesome. And it is! Quite simply: The film honors the power of knowledge. As…

Who is the judge? GOD is. (The Great Debaters)