This powerful documentary chronicles the life and impact of Martin Luther King Jr., with a particular focus on his leadership within the Civil Rights Movement. It captures pivotal moments, from the Montgomery Bus Boycotts in 1955 to his assassination in 1968.
The film features significant footage of King’s speeches, protests, and moments of personal reflection, underscoring his unwavering commitment to nonviolent civil disobedience and social justice. Through its compelling portrayal of King’s legacy—which earned it an Academy Award nomination for Best Documentary—the film offers a profound exploration of the struggles and triumphs of the movement, highlighting both the social and political changes it sought to achieve.
More than just a historical account, the documentary stands as a tribute to King’s enduring influence in the fight against racism and inequality.
King: A Filmed Record… Montgomery to Memphis (1970) is the only documentary ever directed by Sidney Lumet during his career. Following its initial screening, the film was long considered lost.
The Humanist Cinema of Sidney Lumet
Corruption, racism, moral decline – these were the themes that American director Sidney Lumet explored in his films. Lumet created entertainment in the first place, but never just entertainment. Lumet’s films are thought provoking examinations of modern society. The combination of amusement and social engagement was already evident in Lumet’s feature film debut, 12 Angry Men (1958), an iconic courtroom drama in which a white jury deliberates on the verdict of a Puerto Rican defendant. With classic films like Dog Day Afternoon (1975) and Network (1976), Lumet delivered sharp critiques of the media that have only grown more relevant over time. See these and other films this winter in De Balie!

7 films by Lumet between Dec 27 and January
From 12 Angry Men to Dog Day Afternoon and Network: revisit the greatest films by American master Sidney Lumet in De Balie. Corruption, racism, moral decline – these were the themes that American director Sidney Lumet explored in his films. Lumet created entertainment in the first place, but never just entertainment. Lumet’s films are thought

The Humanist Cinema of Sidney Lumet
Sidney Lumet’s brilliant and pitch-black critique of the sensationalist landscape of television journalism.

The Humanist Cinema of Sidney Lumet
Dog Day Afternoon (1975) is a gripping crime drama based on a true bank robbery that quickly spiraled into a chaotic standoff.
