The Journey of the African-American Athlete
1996
10.0 (1)
1 hr 59 min
A fight for glory. A legacy of achievement.
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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.
Top Cast
Hank Aaron as Self
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as Self
Muhammad Ali as Self (archive footage)
Arthur Ashe as Self (archive footage)
Jim Brown as Self
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