The Journey of the African-American Athlete (1996)
• February 12th, 1996 • 1h 59min
Documentary, History, TV Movie
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.
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