‘Shirley’: The Political Trailblazer

This new bio-drama stumbles at first but ultimately gains its footing.
‘Shirley’: The Political Trailblazer
Shirley Chisholm announcing her candidacy for the U.S. House of Representatives in 1972. Library of Congress. Public Domain
Michael Clark
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The daughter of Guyanese and Bajan immigrant parents, Shirley Chisholm (born Shirley St. Hill) was the epitome of the American Dream. After growing up in Brooklyn, New York, and eventually becoming a teacher there, Chisholm defied all odds by getting elected to the House of Representatives for the 91st U.S. Congress in 1968.

Michael Clark
Michael Clark
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Originally from the nation's capital, Michael Clark has provided film content to over 30 print and online media outlets. He co-founded the Atlanta Film Critics Circle in 2017 and is a weekly contributor to the Shannon Burke Show on FloridaManRadio.com. Since 1995, Clark has written over 5,000 movie reviews and film-related articles. He favors dark comedy, thrillers, and documentaries.