Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games

Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games

Release date : August 12, 1999
Runtime : 59m
Countries of origin : United States of America /
Original Language : English /
Director : George Roy /
Writers : Steven Stern /
Production companies : HBO Sports /
August 12, 1999 59m United States of America Documentary English More
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Fists of Freedom examines one of the 20th century’s most memorable moments — the dramatic “Black Power” demonstration of American sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos on the victory stand at the 1968 Summer games in Mexico City. Using rare footage, archival photos and interviews with key figures from the era, revisit a pivotal event in American history.
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Liev Schreiber
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Avery Brundage
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John Carlos
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Dick Fosbury
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Erv Hall
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Lyndon B. Johnson
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  • title:Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games
  • status:Released
  • Release date: 1999
  • Runtime:59m
  • Genres: Documentary · History ·
  • Countries of origin: United States of America ·
  • Original Language: English ·
  • Director: George Roy /
  • Writers: Steven Stern ·
  • Production companies: HBO Sports ·
  • Overview:Fists of Freedom examines one of the 20th century’s most memorable moments — the dramatic “Black Power” demonstration of American sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos on the victory stand at the 1968 Summer games in Mexico City. Using rare footage, archival photos and interviews with key figures from the era, revisit a pivotal event in American history.
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