A Triumph of the Heart: The Ricky Bell Story (1991)

04/02/1991 (US) • Drama • 1h 40m

Overview

Ricky Bell, an all-pro running back with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who died of a rare muscle disease in the prime of his career. The plot centers on Bell's relationship with a father-less handicapped boy, and his efforts to be a big brother to him. The boy ends up being an inspiration for Bell when his disease makes the athlete more afflicted than the boy.

A Triumph of the Heart: The Ricky Bell Story (1991)

04/02/1991 (US) • 1h 40m

Drama

Overview

Ricky Bell, an all-pro running back with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who died of a rare muscle disease in the prime of his career. The plot centers on Bell's relationship with a father-less handicapped boy, and his efforts to be a big brother to him. The boy ends up being an inspiration for Bell when his disease makes the athlete more afflicted than the boy.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

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Keywords

biography

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