The American Game

Before "Hoop Dreams" was...

Documentary film contrasting the experiences of two high-school seniors, basketball players from remarkably different backgrounds. Brian Walker is taken from his close-knit Indiana family, living in a small town. In contrast, Stretch Graham has practically no family support, and looks to his Brooklyn team and his warm-hearted coach for support. Both are actively being recruited by colleges.

Cast

Nathaniel Bellamy Jr.

Basketball player

Julius Erving

Gil Ferschtman

Stretch Graham

Jules Irving

David Tawil

Brian Walker