"Selma," the Golden Globe nominated film that opened in limited release on Christmas Day at two Atlanta theaters and a few other spots around the country, opens nationwide on Jan. 9. Residents of Selma, Ala. will be able to see it for free at the Selma Walton Theater, Paramount Pictures has announced.
(We interviewed several the movie's stars and director; see that interview here.)
Credit: Jennifer Brett
Credit: Jennifer Brett
A good portion of the movie, for which Oprah Winfrey served as both a producer and cast member, filmed in metro Atlanta. (We interviewed a 12-year-old actress from Kennesaw who played a key, heartbreaking role in one of the scenes filmed in Atlanta; see that interview here.)
But key scenes were completed in the town made infamous when peaceful Civil Rights Movement marchers were attacked on the Edmund Pettus Bridge in 1965, an ugly chapter of history depicted in the movie.
"With deep gratitude to the people of Selma, Ala., we are proud to share this powerful film depicting the historic events that took place there 50 years ago," Winfrey said in a statement. "I hope generations will watch the film and share their stories of remembrance and history together."
Credit: Jennifer Brett
Credit: Jennifer Brett
Directed by Ava DuVernay, the movie stars David Oyelowo as Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and Carmen Ejogo as Coretta Scott King. They're shown in a scene from the movie below.
Credit: Jennifer Brett
Credit: Jennifer Brett
It's up for best picture (drama), best director, best actor (drama) and best original song honors at the Golden Globes and has generated considerable Oscar buzz as well.
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