The American Game

The American Game

Before "Hoop Dreams" was...

9.0
1979
1h 29m
Documentary

Overview

Documentary film contrasting the experiences of two high-school seniors, basketball players from remarkably different backgrounds. Brian Walker is taken from his close-knit Indiana family, living in a small town. In contrast, Stretch Graham has practically no family support, and looks to his Brooklyn team and his warm-hearted coach for support. Both are actively being recruited by colleges.

Director

Jay Freund

Top Cast

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Nathaniel Bellamy Jr.

Basketball player

Julius Erving

Julius Erving

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Gil Ferschtman

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Stretch Graham

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Jules Irving

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David Tawil

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Brian Walker

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