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Backs Against the Wall: The Howard Thurman Story

Directed by Martin Doblmeier
2019    56m    TV-G
7.7
"Backs Against The Wall: The Howard Thurman Story" explores the extraordinary life and legacy of one of the most important religious figures of the 20th century, Howard Thurman. Born the grandson of slaves, Thurman became a "spiritual foundation" for the Civil Rights Movement, inspiring many of its leaders including Martin Luther King, Jr, Jesse Jackson and Congressman John Lewis.
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Cast of Backs Against the Wall: The Howard Thurman Story
  • Keith DavidHoward Thurman
  • Martin DoblmeierNarrator
  • Walter Earl FlukerSelf
  • Jesse JacksonSelf
  • Vernon JordanSelf
  • John LewisSelf
  • Barbara Brown Taylorcast

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