One Night in Miami is a 2020 drama film directed by Regina King, marking her directorial debut. The film is based on the stage play of the same name by Kemp Powers. Set in 1964, it imagines a fictional meeting between four iconic figures of the civil rights movement: Malcolm X, Muhammad Ali, Jim Brown, and Sam Cooke. Regina King's direction brings the powerful dialogue and performances to life, capturing the intensity and significance of the meeting. The film explores themes of race, identity, and the responsibilities of being a public figure. Regina King's directorial skills were widely praised, and the film received critical acclaim for its thought-provoking storytelling.
