Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games (1999)

08/12/1999 (US) • 59m

Documentary, History

Overview

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.

Top Billed Cast

Liev Schreiber

Narrator (voice)

Avery Brundage

Self (archive footage)

John Carlos

Self (archive footage)


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

olympic games

1960s

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