Malcolm X (1992)

Jean-Claude La Marre: Benjamin 2X

Quotes 

• Benjamin 2X : Mr. X, my name is Benjamin and I was out there tonight. And I saw what it is that you did. I mean the way you talked to them policemen and all. Well, Mr. X, I want to be a Muslim. I mean, I ain't never seen a nigger, I mean, a colored person, a negro talk to no police like that.

  Malcolm X : And you want to be a Muslim? You want to join the Nation of Islam.

  Benjamin 2X : Yes, sir.

  Malcolm X : Do you know what that means - to be a Muslim? Do you?

  Benjamin 2X : Well, not exactly, but - but I want to be one. I mean, just like you.

  Malcolm X : But you should never join any organization unless you know exactly what it's about.

  Benjamin 2X : Thank you.

  [starts to leave] 

  Malcolm X : You shouldn't give up so easily. We can use more young warriors like yourself.