Michael X: Hustler, Revolutionary, Outlaw (2021)

The rise and fall of Michael X

Michael X: Hustler, Revolutionary, Outlaw (2021) poster

This is the untold story of the rise and fall of Michael X – otherwise known as Michael De Freitas or Michael Abdul Malik – who was once heralded as the UK’s answer to Malcolm X. With insider testimony from those who knew him and unseen archive footage, Michael X: Hustler, Revolutionary, Outlaw provides a chance to re-evaluate this divisive historical figure who spent the end of his days on death row until he was eventually executed by signed order of the Queen. Exploring a defining period of modern British history, we unravel Michael’s childhood in Trinidad, the genesis of the British Black Power Movement and the intoxicating days of counterculture and Notting Hill Carnival, before returning to the Caribbean where Michael was tried and convicted of murder.

Director: James Van Der Pool
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 100 min
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Production: Sky Original Productions, BBC Studios Specialist Factual Productions
Country: United Kingdom
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Michael X: Hustler, Revolutionary, Outlaw about?
This is the untold story of the rise and fall of Michael X – otherwise known as Michael De Freitas or Michael Abdul Malik – who was once heralded as the UK’s answer to Malcolm X. With insider testimony from those who knew him and unseen archive footage, Michael X: Hustler, Revolutionary, Outlaw provides a chance to re-evaluate this divisive historical figure who spent the end of his days on death row until he was eventually executed by signed order of the Queen. Exploring a defining period of modern British history, we unravel Michael’s childhood in Trinidad, the genesis of the British Black Power Movement and the intoxicating days of counterculture and Notting Hill Carnival, before returning to the Caribbean where Michael was tried and convicted of murder.
Who directed Michael X: Hustler, Revolutionary, Outlaw?
Michael X: Hustler, Revolutionary, Outlaw was directed by James Van Der Pool.
How long is Michael X: Hustler, Revolutionary, Outlaw?
Michael X: Hustler, Revolutionary, Outlaw has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
What genre is Michael X: Hustler, Revolutionary, Outlaw?
Michael X: Hustler, Revolutionary, Outlaw is a Documentary film.
Where was Michael X: Hustler, Revolutionary, Outlaw produced?
Michael X: Hustler, Revolutionary, Outlaw was produced in United Kingdom.