The American Game (1979)

"Before Hoop Dreams was"
The American Game
Documentary film contrasting the experiences of two highschool seniors basketball players from remarkably different backgrounds Brian Walker is taken from his closeknit Indiana family living in a small town In contrast Stretch Graham has practically no family support and looks to his Brooklyn team and his warmhearted coach for support Both are actively being recruited by colleges
DirectorsJay FreundDavid Wolf