Storyline
Inspired by a true story, this drama is set in 1965, not long after passage of the Civil Rights Act. Despite the Act, the African-American citizens of Bogalusa are still treated like third-class citizens, their fundamental rights as human beings persistently trampled by the white power structure, in general, and the local branch of the KKK. The story follows the formation of local black men, particularly ex-war veterans who after the struggles become too overbearing organizes the group, "Deacons for defense", an all-black defense group dedicated to patrolling the black section of town and protecting its residents from the more violent aspects of "white backlash."
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Cast & Crew
Forest Whitaker
Marcus Clay
Jonathan Silverman
Michael Deane
Chris Britton
William Chase
Ossie Davis
Reverend 'Rev' Gregory
Tyrone Benskin
Archie
Mpho Koaho
Bailey
Melanie Nicholls-King
Rose Clay
Adam Weiner
Charles Hillibrand
Boyd Banks
Weber
Paul Benjamin
Otis
Aaron Walpole
Jimmy
Beau Starr
Neely
Frequently Asked Questions
Deacons for Defense was released on April 5, 2005.
The runtime of Deacons for Defense is 1h 35m.
Deacons for Defense is a Drama, TV Movie movie.
Deacons for Defense has a rating of 6.2 out of 10 on TMDB.
Deacons for Defense is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Deacons for Defense was directed by Bill Duke.
The main cast of Deacons for Defense includes Forest Whitaker, Jonathan Silverman, Chris Britton.
Deacons for Defense is originally in English.