22 Aug 2014
When the Game Stands Tall
A young coach turns a losing high school football program around to go undefeated for 12 consecutive seasons.
Smith of Minnesota
AMERICA'S FAVORITE FOOTBALL SON ROMPS TO TRIUMPH ON THE SCREEN!
This biopic takes an in-depth look into the life of Minnesota All-American football player Bruce Smith. The story is framed by a screenwriter's interview with the famed halfback. In order to garner information, the scenarist is assigned to live with Smith. During the film, Smith shares his thoughts on football and anecdotes from his life.
Top Billed Cast
Bruce Smith Bruce Smith
Arline Judge Gwyn Allen
Warren Ashe Charles Hardy
Don Beddoe Lew Smith
Kay Harris Olive Smith
Robert Kellard George Smith (as Robert Stevens)
Rosemary DeCamp Mrs. Smith (uncredited)
Ann Doran (uncredited)
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