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202090 minPG-13documentary

6.4/ 10(23 ratings)• TMDB

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Giving Voice

202090 minPG-13documentary

6.4/ 10(23 ratings)• TMDB

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Thousands of high school students compete annually in the August Wilson Monologue Competition for a chance to perform on Broadway.

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Thousands of high school students compete annually in the August Wilson Monologue Competition for a chance to perform on Broadway.

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James D. Sterndirector

Fernando Villenadirector

Denzel Washingtoncast

Viola Daviscast

Stephen McKinley Hendersoncast

Synopsis

Denzel Washington and Viola Davis appear in the August Wilson Monologue Competition, where high school students from across the United States prepare to perform on Broadway. The documentary follows these young actors as they interpret the works of playwright August Wilson, known for his exploration of African American life. Filmed during the 2018 competition, "Giving Voice" captures the students' dedication and emotional journeys as they strive to honor Wilson's legacy while finding their own artistic expressions.

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Meet young performers aiming for Broadway.
See Denzel Washington and Viola Davis in action.
Follow the August Wilson Monologue Competition.

Did You Know

The film won the Festival Favorite Award at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival.
Giving Voice has a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 16 critic reviews.
It features appearances from 10 notable figures including Denzel Washington and Viola Davis.
The film was released on Netflix on December 11, 2020.

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Theater enthusiastsHigh school studentsFans of Viola Davis

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Who directed the documentary Giving Voice?

Giving Voice was directed and produced by James D. Stern and Fernando Villena.

When was Giving Voice released on Netflix?

Giving Voice was released on Netflix on December 11, 2020.

What award did Giving Voice win at the Sundance Film Festival?

At the Sundance Film Festival, Giving Voice won the Festival Favorite Award.

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