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The Long Walk Home (1990)

1h 37m 1990 United States of America

In 1955 Montgomery, Alabama, a white woman, Clara, and her black friend, Sarah, find their lives intertwined amid the turmoil of the civil rights movement. As the bus boycott led by Martin Luther King gains momentum, both women grapple with their beliefs and the societal pressures surrounding them. Clara’s privilege clashes with Sarah's struggles, forcing them to confront their own values and the deep-seated racism that permeates their community. Their journey of friendship and courage unfolds against a backdrop of historical significance, challenging them to take a stand for justice and equality.

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