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Angela Bassett, Peter James, Cicely Tyson. Many people believe Rosa Parks' simple refusal to move to the back of a Montgomery, Alabama bus was her contribution to the Civil Rights Movement, but this engrossing look at her life tells the whole story. At a young age, she refused to recognize her alleged inferiority to whites and became an activist working for the NAACP. 2001/color/94 min/NR/widescreen.
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57 of 61 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
I used this video for Black History Month in a middle school. Most of the students had heard of Rosa Parks, but didn't know her life story. The film conveys her in such a human manner that the students were able to see her as a person and not just an historical figure. Many of the scenes in the film depicting separate but equal angered these students, who are too young to remember when these things actally existed. The film definitely elicited an emotional response from all who viewed it.
33 of 35 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Most everyone knows about Rosa Park's show of courage that helped spark the civil-rights movement, but few will probably know of the experiences in her formative years that helped shape her opinions and influenced her character. The Rosa Parks Story reveals the woman behind the legend. Not only is this gripping viewing, but would be of great educational benefit to a younger audience who may not be so familiar with this important period of 20th century history. Angela Bassett, in the starring role, is excellent - she emanates a warmth but also a gracful sort of stoicism that is entirely captivating. Also of interest is Rosa's relationship with her husband, who, at first was unapproving of her association with the NAACP and of her desire to bring about justice. His feelings, of course change, and there is quite a moving sequence in which this is illuminated.
On the whole, this movie is well worth investigating.
On the whole, this movie is well worth investigating.
22 of 23 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
Rosa Parks, the movie, was very well made. The acting, by all, was excellent and I found it refreshing to find that the relationship between Rosa and her husband to be the centerpiece of this drama. Movies too often show people who are said to be in love and spend all of their time groping each other without passion. The last 5 minutes of this film wherein Rosa's husband "reminds himself" just how lucky he is priceless. A civil rights lesson and a lesson is humanity all in one film.
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The Rosa Parks Story
I was fascinated by this movie and learned a lot about Rosa Parks and the uphill battle that she faught for what most people take for granted. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Judith Gribble
Excellent
I have seen the Rosa Parks story many times but wanted to share it with my group @ the Senior Care Home. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Pearl T. Mitchell
great
Perfect for background info to teaching To Kill a Mockingbird or any unit on the Civil Rights Movement. Read more
Published 10 months ago by reviewer
Absolutely Outstanding!!
Whatever you are about to pay for this movie is well worth it! A beautiful story about a somewhat shy but determined lady who changed history. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Kimberly A. King
Angela Bassett is great!
I use this movie in my Minority Relations class. Angela is such a great actress. I love the way she portrays Rosa Parks. Read more
Published 14 months ago by veronicalynne
The Rosa Parks Story
This movie was well written and produced. Although I never saw it before in life I thourghly enjoyed every bit of it :-)The Rosa Parks Story
Published 21 months ago by J. Donahue
Kinda short, Very motivating film
I wish it was longer, but it was a very motivating film. I watched it well over a dozen times. I thought it was amazing and I LOVED how they portrayed Dr.Martin Luther King Jr. Read more
Published on March 3, 2010 by Intense Observation
The Rosa Parks Story
The story of the civil rights heroine whose refusal to obey racial bus segregation was just one of her acts in her fight for justice. Read more
Published on January 6, 2010 by TREND700
Amazing
I knew this was going to be amazing because of the people behind it but it should be stated anyway. It made me mad, it made me cry. Read more
Published on August 26, 2009 by Theodor Black
MOVING STORY
WONDERFUL MOVIE. I'M 60 YEARS OLD, SO I REMEMBER THE BLACKS SITTING IN THE BACK OF THE BUS. I'D HEARD OF ROSA PARKS, BUT WANTED TO SEE THE WHOLE STORY. Read more
Published on March 15, 2009 by Anne Mahoney
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