Review of The Vernon Johns Story (1994) by Rosemarie S — 25 Mar 2009

Great depiction of the early civil rights movement... Jones was fantastic...

This review of The Vernon Johns Story (1994) was written by Rosemarie S on 25 Mar 2009.

The Vernon Johns Story has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Ida K (456) on 18 Oct 2008

Disappointing film about a seminal figure in the nascent civil rights movement…

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By Doug W (141) on 30 Jun 2010

TV quality movie with a compelling story. Do some background research on Vernon Johns...he was a brilliant man, and completely unappreciated…

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By Vincent T (525) on 02 Aug 2008

A touching story of oppressed Black people before the civil rights movement in Alabama…

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By Denise H (160) on 04 Oct 2009

Excellent movie about a courageous man who stood up to racial bigotry and helped start the civil rights movement…

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By Kris S (267) on 19 Nov 2010

Amazing story of freedom before Martin Luther King there was Vernon John…

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By Cliff M (184) on 23 Sep 2016

Moving story, about an inspirational man, played by a powerful actor. Flawless…

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By Cynthia S (730) on 08 Sep 2013

Good movie about this early civil rights leader, and the roots of the civil rights movement…

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By Robin P (467) on 26 Sep 2009

James Earl Jones is always enjoyable and convincing in his roles, this did not disappoint…

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