The American Game (1979)
Before "Hoop Dreams" was...
89 min
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.
- Release date
- April 3, 1979
- Country of origin
- United States
Cast
Crew
- Jay Freund · Director
- David Wolf · Director
- Anthony Jones · Producer
- Jeffrey Kaufman · Composer