BlacKkKlansman, directed by Spike Lee and released on August 10, 2018, tells the true story of Ron Stallworth, portrayed by John David Washington. He was the first African American detective in the Colorado Springs Police Department during the 1970s. The film follows Stallworth as he works to infiltrate and expose the Ku Klux Klan.
Black Klansman - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
| Movie: | Black Klansman |
| Genre: | Biography, Crime, Drama |
| Language: | English |
| Director: | Spike Lee |
| Main Cast: | John David Washington as Ron Stallworth - Adam Driver as Flip Zimmerman - Laura Harrier as Patrice Dumas - Topher Grace as David Duke |
| Release Date: | August 10, 2018 |
| Banner: | Focus Features, Legendary Pictures |
| Music: | Not available |
| Budget: | $15 million |
| Runtime: | 2h 15m |
Stallworth cleverly communicates with Klan members over the phone while pretending to be a white man. He also gets his partner, Flip Zimmerman, played by Adam Driver, to attend meetings with him. The movie mixes humor and serious themes, exploring issues of racism, identity, and social justice.
Spike Lee’s direction provides a modern view on these historical events, showing the ongoing fight against racism in America. The film’s impactful ending ties past events to current issues, emphasizing the ongoing presence of hate and the need for activism.
BlacKkKlansman received high praise, winning the Grand Prix at the Cannes Film Festival and earning six Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture and Best Adapted Screenplay, which Spike Lee won. The film is notable for its strong storytelling and its relevance to today’s social and political issues.
Black Klansman Screenshot
