One Night in Miami...
One Night in Miami...

One Night in Miami...

2020Movie114 minEnglish

In the aftermath of Cassius Clay's defeat of Sonny Liston in 1964, the boxer meets with Malcolm X, Sam Cooke and Jim Brown to change the course of history in the segregated South.

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IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes98%
Metacritic83/100
Google Users91%
Director: Regina KingGenres: Drama, History

Plot Summary

Set on the night of February 25, 1964, in Miami, this film fictionalizes a momentous evening where icons Muhammad Ali, Malcolm X, Jim Brown, and Sam Cooke gather to discuss their roles in the civil rights movement and the cultural upheaval of the era. As these four powerful figures engage in profound conversations, they grapple with their responsibilities, their legacies, and the challenges they face as Black men in America. The gathering serves as a catalyst for introspection and solidarity, exploring themes of identity, activism, and the path forward.

Critical Reception

One Night in Miami... was widely acclaimed by critics, who lauded Regina King's assured directorial debut, the screenplay by Kemp Powers, and the exceptional performances from its lead cast. The film was praised for its thoughtful exploration of complex historical figures and its relevant commentary on race, identity, and activism. It was recognized as a significant achievement in historical drama, earning numerous accolades and nominations.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp dialogue and insightful exploration of history's pivotal figures.
  • Regina King's confident direction was a standout, marking a successful directorial debut.
  • The powerful performances from the ensemble cast were universally lauded.

Google audience: Audiences celebrated the film's intellectual depth and the compelling performances, particularly appreciating the nuanced portrayal of the historical figures and the engaging conversations presented.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for three Academy Awards (Best Supporting Actor for Leslie Odom Jr., Best Original Song, Best Adapted Screenplay), and received numerous nominations and wins from various film critics' circles and awards bodies, including Golden Globe and BAFTA nominations.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the stage play of the same name, also written by Kemp Powers, which imagined this fictional meeting between the four influential men.

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pithawg

pithawg

**Bravo** "Regina King" a most moving film for the likes of us mere mortals. Thought provoking for sure but more than just imaging a world without racism, greed, hatred and violence; i think this movie is a call to everyone to choose a ...
SWITCH.

SWITCH.

It's much more rewarding to have something to actually think about or a moral question to ponder rather than have the movie tell you how to feel. It's a rare pleasure to watch a film like Regina King's 'One Night in Miami' that is willing t...
Louisa Moore - Screen Zealots

Louisa Moore - S...

Inspired by a true story, “One Night in Miami” imagines what happened the night real-life friends Malcolm X (Kingsley Ben-Adir), football star Jim Brown (Aldis Hodge), soul singer Sam Cooke (Leslie Odom Jr.), and heavyweight boxing champ Ca...
Manuel São Bento

Manuel São Bento

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