The Howard Thurman Film Project

Howard Thurman, directed by Arleigh Prelow, is the first feature-length documentary chronicling Thurman’s spiritual journey, work, and profound influence on millions of people across the divides of race, faith, and culture -- including Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and other leaders of the Civil Rights Movement. Howard Thurman not only illuminates the life of a significant figure of yesterday, it also provides a voice and story for today’s discussions on building community, social justice,
racial and religious reconciliation, and spiritual formation.

In 1953, Life Magazine selected Howard Thurman as one of the twelve greatest religious leaders of his time. Howard Thurman tells the story of Thurman’s passionate commitment to the creative encounter, that most personal and private exchange between God and human creation. The film brings forth Thurman’s voice, for our conversations today on religion, spirituality, and our relationships with one another. Journey with us as we explore the evolution of Howard Thurman, and his insight-- both timely and timeless, against the backdrop of a socially turbulent America and world. Meet the man that will challenge you to “grow tall enough to wear the crown that God has placed above your head.”

Click here to listen to Howard Thurman and his meditation, 

Copyright the Howard Thurman Family; Courtesy of the Howard Thurman Family Archives

We welcome your support! Please click HERE to make a contribution.

To download a 2 page information sheet on the film please click HERE.

Howard Thurman will be completed and ready for distribution in spring, 2008. Click HERE to view the production timeline.

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