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Passing Glory

Where:

Louisiana

When:

The 1960s

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.

Released in 1999 — 100 minutes

Genre:

Drama

Language:

English