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

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Release DateAugust 12, 1999
Runtime59m
StatusReleased
ProductionHBO Sports
LanguagesEnglish
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Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games

Synopsis

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.

Cast & Crew

Director

George Roy

Featured Cast

Liev Schreiber

Liev Schreiber

Narrator (voice)

Neil Amdur

Self

Bob Beamon

Self

Ralph Boston

Self

Avery Brundage

Self (archive footage)

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