Olympic Pride, American Prejudice
Synopsis
In 1936, 18 African American athletes dubbed the "black auxiliary" by Hitler defied Nazi Aryan Supremacy and Jim Crow Racism to win hearts and medals at the 1936 Summer Olympic Games in Berlin. The world remembers Jesse Owens. But, Olympic Pride American Prejudice shows how all 18 are a seminal precursor to the modern Civil Rights Movement.
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'Olympic Pride, American Prejudice' Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-01-31
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 5, 2016
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Deborah Riley Draper
- Original Title
- Olympic Pride, American Prejudice
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Deborah Riley Draper
Blair Underwood
Department Leadership Roster
Deborah Riley Draper
Director
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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What is Olympic Pride, American Prejudice about?
In 1936, 18 African American athletes dubbed the "black auxiliary" by Hitler defied Nazi Aryan Supremacy and Jim Crow Racism to win hearts and medals at the 1936 Summer Olympic Games in Berlin. The world remembers Jesse Owens. But, Olympic Pride American Prejudice shows how all 18 are a seminal precursor to the modern Civil Rights Movement.
Who directed Olympic Pride, American Prejudice?
Olympic Pride, American Prejudice was directed by Deborah Riley Draper.
Who stars in Olympic Pride, American Prejudice?
The principal cast of Olympic Pride, American Prejudice includes Blair Underwood.
When was Olympic Pride, American Prejudice released and how long is it?
Olympic Pride, American Prejudice was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Olympic Pride, American Prejudice?
Olympic Pride, American Prejudice holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).