The Ernest Green Story

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Movie Info

In 1957, three years after the court-ordered integration of America's schools, Ernest Green (Morris Chestnut) enrolls with eight other African-American students in all-white Little Rock Central High School. The National Guard initially prevents them from entering, but soon the students begin class. Physics teacher Mr. Loomis (Gary Grubbs) is determined to prevent Ernest from passing, but with diligent study and the support of his family, Ernest perseveres.

Rating:

TVPG
Genre:

biography
Original Language:

English
Director:

Eric Laneuville
Writer:

Lawrence Roman
Runtime:

1h 32m
Sound Mix:

Stereo

Cast & Crew

Morris Chestnut
Ernest Green

Ossie Davis
Grandfather

CCH Pounder
Daisy Bates

Gary Grubbs
Mr. Loomis

Avery Brooks
Rev. Lawson

Robert Alexander
Lionel

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Critic Reviews for The Ernest Green Story

All Critics (3) | Top Critics (3) | Fresh (3)

[Ernest Green's] story is told with solid craftsmanship, aided by a strong cast that includes Ossie Davis, Ruby Dee and Avery Brooks.

September 26, 2019 | Full Review…

Rick Kogan
Chicago Tribune
Director Eric Laneuville can stage frothing mob scenes with the best, contrasting this shrill abnormality with the sane home environments of [Ernest] Green and his fellow integrators, leaving no doubt as to who are the animals.

September 26, 2019 | Full Review…

Howard Rosenberg
Los Angeles Times
If they can get past the ugliness, children may be enlightened by the common message of [The Ernest Green Story].

September 26, 2019 | Rating: A | Full Review…

Jill Rachlin
Entertainment Weekly