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An Ordinary Hero: The True Story of Joan Trumpauer Mulholland (2013)

"What's easy and what's right are rarely the same thing."

6.020131h 31mEN
Documentary

Directed by Loki Mulholland

Rating

6.0/10

Runtime

1h 31m

Language

EN

Release

February 15, 2013

Director

Loki Mulholland

Official Trailer

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Overview

The amazing true story of civil rights pioneer Joan Trumpauer Mulholland, An Ordinary Hero is directed by award-winning filmmaker Loki Mulholland, who captures his mother's story and learns about her courage and the role she played in changing American history. As a white girl growing up in the Sout...

Cast

Luvaughn Brown

Luvaughn Brown

Self

Dion Diamond

Dion Diamond

Self

Eric Etheridge

Eric Etheridge

Self

Reginald Green

Reginald Green

Self

Dorie Ladner

Dorie Ladner

Self

Joyce Ladner

Joyce Ladner

Self

Robert Luckett

Robert Luckett

Self

Joan Mulholland

Joan Mulholland

Self

John R. Salter Jr.

John R. Salter Jr.

Self

Hank Thomas

Hank Thomas

Self

Bennie Thompson

Bennie Thompson

Self - Mississippi Congressman

Jerry Mitchell

Jerry Mitchell

Self

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into An Ordinary Hero: The True Story of Joan Trumpauer Mulholland (2013), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The amazing true story of civil rights pioneer Joan Trumpauer Mulholland, An Ordinary Hero is directed by award-winning filmmaker Loki Mulholland, who captures his mother's story and learns about her courage and the role she played in changing American history. As a white girl growing up in the South, Joan witnessed the ugly realities of segregation and racism firsthand and vowed to one day change it. By the time she was 19, she had already joined the Freedom Riders and participated in over three dozen sit-ins and protests. Despite being attacked by angry mobs, put on death row in the notorious Parchman Penitentiary, and coming face-to-face with the KKK, Joan never wavered from her belief that we are all created equal.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of An Ordinary Hero: The True Story of Joan Trumpauer Mulholland. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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