
The American Game
1979 · Movie · 1h 29m · R
Documentary
"Before "Hoop Dreams" was..."
Overview
Documentary film contrasting the experiences of two high-school seniors, basketball players from remarkably different backgrounds. Brian Walker is taken from his close-knit Indiana family, living in a small town. In contrast, Stretch Graham has practically no family support, and looks to his Brooklyn team and his warm-hearted coach for support. Both are actively being recruited by colleges.
Ratings
IMDb
8.3/10
Key crew
- Jay FreundDirector
- David WolfDirector
Cast
- Nathaniel Bellamy Jr.Basketball player
- Julius ErvingCast
- Gil FerschtmanCast
- Stretch GrahamCast
- Jules IrvingCast
- David TawilCast
- Brian WalkerCast
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