Glory Road
directed by: James Gartner, year: 2006
actors: Josh Lucas, Derek Luke, Jon Voight, Austin Nichols
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Description:
Glory Road is a sports drama film based on the true story of the 1966 Texas Western College basketball team, coached by Don Haskins. The film highlights the challenges and triumphs of the first all-black starting lineup in NCAA history, who faced significant racial tensions and adversity. It explores themes of perseverance, equality, and teamwork as the team defied the odds to win the NCAA championship, making a lasting impact on college basketball and civil rights.
Keywords:
Basketball, Integration, Underdog, Racism, Teamwork
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