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The American Game

1979
Directed byJay Freund
1h 29m

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.

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Nathaniel Bellamy Jr.Basketball playerJulius Erving
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Gil Ferschtman
Stretch Graham
Jules Irving
David Tawil
Brian Walker
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Documentary
STATUSReleased
RATING
NR

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