The American Game 1979

Synopsis:

Documentary film contrasting the experiences of two high-school seniors, basketball players from remarkably different backgrounds. Brian Walker is taken from his close-knit Indiana family, living in a small town. In contrast, Stretch Graham has practically no family support, and looks to his Brooklyn team and his warm-hearted coach for support. Both are actively being recruited by colleges.

Directed by: Jay Freund & David Wolf
Release date: 1979-04-03
Runtime: 89 minutes
Tagline: Before "Hoop Dreams" was...
Cast:
Nathaniel Bellamy Jr.
Nathaniel Bellamy Jr.
Basketball player 
Gil Ferschtman
Gil Ferschtman
 
Stretch Graham
Stretch Graham
 
Jules Irving
Jules Irving
 
David Tawil
David Tawil