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Passing Glory

1999 • 1h40m Drama

Rating

5.8/10

Popularity

3

A true story of a priest (Andre Braugher) in New Orleans who formed a group of black players and challenged an all-white prep school basketball team in the 1960's. Eventually events like these signaled the pivotal turn in the games' history leading to the integration in today's sport. Directed by Steve James (Hoop Dreams), these basketball players didn't just make shots, they made history.

Details

Director

Steve James

Screenplay

Harold Sylvester

Cast

Andre Braugher

Rip Torn

Ruby Dee

Release date

2/21/1999

Status

Released

Origin country

US

Vote count

4