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The American Game (1979)
Directed by Jay Freund, David Wolf
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.
Rated R | Length 89 minutes
Actors
Nathaniel Bellamy Jr. | Julius Erving | Gil Ferschtman | Stretch Graham | Jules Irving | David Tawil | Brian Walker