The Journey of the African-American Athlete

1996 NR 1h 59m 6.9

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,...

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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Appearances

Hank Aaron Hank Aaron
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Muhammad Ali Muhammad Ali
Arthur Ashe Arthur Ashe
Jim Brown Jim Brown
Bud Collins Bud Collins
Jim Dent Jim Dent
Gerald Early Gerald Early
Lee Elder Lee Elder
Julius Erving Julius Erving

Info about The Journey of the African-American Athlete

Studio(s): HBO

Originally Released: United States on Feb 12, 1996

Genres: Documentary, Sport

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