Movie Description
Passing Glory
(1999)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.
Featured Crew
- Director : Steve James
- Producer : Gordon Wolf
- Writer : Harold Sylvester
- Editor : Paul Seydor,Patrick Flannery
- Cast : Andre Braugher,Rip Torn,Ruby Dee,Bill Nunn,Kyle Massey,Damien Dante Wayans,Frank Hoyt Taylor
Cast
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Father Robert Grant
Mommit Porter
Howard Porter
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Facts
Original TitlePassing Glory
Status Released
Release Information
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1999-02-21
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 40m
Production CompaniesMagic Johnson Entertainment,Quincy Jones-David Salzman Entertainment,Rosemont Productions International,Turner Network Television
Genres
- Drama
- TV Movie
