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The Journey of the African-American Athlete

The Journey of the African-American Athlete

"A fight for glory. A legacy of achievement."

10.0(1 votes)
1996
1h 59m
DocumentaryHistoryTV Movie

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.

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Companies:
HBO

Languages

Original:en
Spoken:
English

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