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Movie Description:
Leaders are not chosen, they are called. Inspired by a true story.
Arrested in the 1965 Watts riots, Richard Kelly (Cedric Sanders) must serve probation at an all-white seminary. Although encouraged to break racial boundaries by its president Alan Beckett (William Devane), the school wants black followers not leaders. Even former missionary, Kate Allison (Lauren Holly), initially rejects Richard. A prison sentence looming, Richard meets Samuel Benton (Louis Gossett, Jr.) -- “the gardener in the basement.” As Samuel guides Richard through his many trials, Richard must choose between his dreams and his destiny.
I honestly have to say, I wasn't impressed with the movie. It wasn't at all what I expected and that's fine, but I wasn't impressed. I realize the point was to show how difficult it was for Richard Kelly and I'm sure they tried to stay true to the story, but I couldn't get into it. It felt like a snoozefest for me. I really had a difficult time forcing myself to watch it. There were several times throughout the movie I actually stopped it to do housework for a break LOL. I would recommend this movie to someone who needs to fall asleep quickly.
I rate this movie a snore, pass it by.
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