Al Helm: Martin Luther King in Palestine

Al Helm: Martin Luther King in Palestine

2014 · 93 min · ★ 5.0 · Documentary, Drama, Music

An African American gospel choir is the Greek chorus for a Palestinian play on Martin Luther King, Jr. which tours the West Bank, preaching nonviolence. The devoutly Christian choir grew up in churches strongly allied with Israel. On their first trip to the Holy Land they witness the harsh realities of life under occupation, a nonviolent movement for justice, and an assassination. Our story is a unique view of a crucial human rights conflict. Mixing the excitement of foot-stomping gospel music and creative theater it reveals the power of art to communicate, heal, and give voice to communities living in fear. It is a cultural exchange of immense depth and far-reaching implications, where, during the course of the journey, people's preconceptions are radically changed.

Directed by Kamel El Basha

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Ramzi Maqdisi Martin Luther King, Jr.
Georgina Asfour Coretta Scott King
Mohammed Al-Basha Southerner FBI Police

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