Behind the Shield: The Power & Politics of the NFL

2022 NR 1h 34m 7.1

Acclaimed author Dave Zirin of The Nation magazine explores the hidden politics of manhood, militarism, nationalism, and race in the NFL, America's most profitable and influential sports league.

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Appearances

Dave Zirin Dave Zirin
Marco Rubio Marco Rubio
Rush Limbaugh Rush Limbaugh
Colin Kaepernick Colin Kaepernick
Donald Trump Donald Trump
Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf
Bill Russell Bill Russell
Muhammad Ali Muhammad Ali
Tommie Smith Tommie Smith
John Carlos John Carlos
George Bush George Bush
Tucker Carlson Tucker Carlson
John Conyers John Conyers
John McCain John McCain

Creators

Jeremy Earp Jeremy Earp Director, Writer
Dave Zirin Dave Zirin Writer

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Studio(s): Media Education Foundation

Originally Released: United States on Sep 23, 2022

Production Country: United States

Genres: Documentary

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