This document provides a biography and timeline for Malcolm X, beginning with his birth in 1925 until his release from prison in 1952. It notes key events in his early life like his father's death, mother's institutionalization, his time living in Boston and Harlem, and his imprisonment from 1946-1952. The second part summarizes Spike Lee's film about Malcolm X, identifying the director, writers, main cast, and people interviewed to understand Malcolm X's life and influence.