The Journey of the African-American Athlete
A fight for glory. A legacy of achievement.
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February 12, 1996
1h 59m
Overview
Documentary feature exploring the rise of African-Americans to positions of greatness in American sports. Stories are told of boxers, tennis players, runners, and basketball players, athletes who either suffered the indignities of racism, helped break down its walls, or enjoyed the opportunities afforded by past struggles.
Where to watch
In United States
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Cast
Hank Aaron
Self
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Self
Muhammad Ali
Self (archive footage)Arthur Ashe
Self (archive footage)
Jim Brown
Self
Bud Collins
SelfJim Dent
Self (archive footage)
Gerald Early
Self - Writer / HistorianLee Elder
Self
Julius Erving
Self (archive footage)Zina Garrison-Jackson
SelfAlthea Gibson
Self (archive footage)
Dwight Gooden
Self (archive footage)
Bo Jackson
Self (archive footage)
Jesse Jackson
Self (archive footage)More like this
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