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Passing Glory

58% | Feb 21, 1999 | Drama

A true story of a priest (Andre Braugher) in New Orleans who formed a group of black players and challenged an all-white prep school basketball team in the 1960's. Eventually events like these signaled the pivotal turn in the games' history leading to the integration in today's sport. Directed by Steve James (Hoop Dreams), these basketball players didn't just make shots, they made history.

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Steve James
Director
Harold Sylvester
Writer

Cast

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Andre Braugher
Father Joseph Verrett
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Rip Torn
Father Robert Grant
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Ruby Dee
Mommit Porter
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Bill Nunn
Howard Porter
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Kyle Massey
Principal / Dancer

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