Passing Glory (1999)

Name: Passing Glory
Director: Steve James
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Released: 1999-02-21
Duration: 100 min
Rating: 5.8
Cast: Andre Braugher, Rip Torn, Ruby Dee, Bill Nunn, Kyle Massey

February 21, 19991h 40mEN

5.8

4 votes

Drama TV Movie

Overview

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.

Director

Steve James

Writer

Harold Sylvester