
Hoop Dreams
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This acclaimed documentary, directed by Steve James, follows the lives of two African-American high school students in Chicago as they pursue their dreams of becoming professional basketball players. The film provides an intimate look at the challenges they face, including economic hardship, family dynamics, and the pressures of athletic success. Notably, it was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Film Editing and won several other awards, highlighting its impact and storytelling prowess. The film’s raw and honest portrayal of its subjects has made it a landmark in documentary filmmaking. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:2h 50min
Views:2026
Release:1994
Release Date:1994-09-12
Genre:Documentary, Drama, Sport
Director:Steve James
Actors:Arthur Agee, Bob Knight, Bobby Knight, Dick Vitale, Gene Pingatore, Isiah Thomas, Spike Lee, Steve James, William Gates
Country:United States of America
Company:Kartemquin Films, KTCA Minneapolis
Awards:Nominated for 1 Oscar, 23 wins & 9 nominations total
Budget:$700,000
Worldwide Gross:$11,830,611
TMDB:7.6
Rotten Tomatoes:98%
FilmAffinity:7.6
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