The Journey of the African-American Athlete
Brief Synopsis
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Documentary that emphasizes personal stories, struggles and achievements of African-American athletes. More than 100 years of events are chronicled, using moments in American history as a backdrop for African-American achievements. Part 1 covers the years 1875-1950; Part 2, 1950 to the present. More
Cast & Crew
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Zina Garrison
Kellen Winslow
Coach John Thompson
Cheryl Miller
Oscar Robertson
Frank Robinson
Film Details
Also Known As
Journey of the African-American Athlete
Genre
Documentary
Sports
Release Date
1996
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
Synopsis
Documentary that emphasizes personal stories, struggles and achievements of African-American athletes. More than 100 years of events are chronicled, using moments in American history as a backdrop for African-American achievements. Part 1 covers the years 1875-1950; Part 2, 1950 to the present. More than 50 interviews are conducted.
Cast
Zina Garrison
Kellen Winslow
Coach John Thompson
Cheryl Miller
Oscar Robertson
Frank Robinson
Samuel L. Jackson
Narrator
Kareem Abdul-jabbar
Frank Bolden
Gerald Early
Hank Aaron
Tommie Smith
Dick Schaap
Jim Brown
Don Newcombe
Alice Coachman
Eddie Robinson
K C Jones
Wyomia Tyus
Harry Edwards
Nelson George
Marion Motley
Curt Flood
Sam Lacy
Randy Roberts
Film Details
Also Known As
Journey of the African-American Athlete
Genre
Documentary
Sports
Release Date
1996
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
