02 May 1989
Ôrí
A look at the Brazilian black movement between 1977 and 1988, going by the relationship between Brazil and Africa.
Petty Blue
A biography of NASCAR racing legend Richard Petty, with featuring interviews with Petty and his fellow race-car drivers and footage from his past races.
2010
Top Billed Cast
Kevin Costner Narrator (voice)
Richard Petty Self
Kyle Petty Self
Mike Helton Self
Ned Jarrett Self
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