23 Feb 2020
D. Wade: Life Unexpected
For a decade, Dwayne Wade intimately documented his life and career with a film crew. The result is a remarkably candid portrait of one of the greatest NBA players of all-time.
The American Game
Before "Hoop Dreams" was...
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.
Top Billed Cast
Julius Erving Gil Ferschtman Stretch Graham David Tawil Brian Walker
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