The Butler, starring Forrest Whitaker, Oprah Winfrey, Cuba Gooding Jr. and Lenny Kravitz, tells the story of a White House butler who served eight American presidents over three decades. The film traces the dramatic changes that swept American society during this time, from the civil rights movement to Vietnam and beyond, and how those changes affected this man’s life and family. Check out the thrilling trailer above and here for more info on the film.

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