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

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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.

08-12-1999
59 min
Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games

Movie Details

Production Info

Director:
George Roy
Writer:
Steven Stern
Production:
HBO Sports

Key Crew

Producer:
George Roy
Director of Photography:
G. John Slagle
Executive Producer:
Ross Greenburg
Editor:
George Roy
Producer:
Steven Stern

Locations and Languages

Country:
US
Filming:
US
Languages:
en