Passing Glory
Originally released in 1999. Passing Glory is a drama film. directed by Steve James.
Starring Andre Braugher, Rip Torn, and Ruby Dee
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 21, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Passing Glory about?
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 sign...
Who directed Passing Glory?
Passing Glory was directed by Steve James.
How long is Passing Glory?
Passing Glory has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Passing Glory released?
Passing Glory was released on February 21, 1999 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Passing Glory?
The main cast of Passing Glory includes Andre Braugher, Rip Torn, Ruby Dee, Bill Nunn, Kyle Massey.