Every school day, African-American teenagers William Gates and Arthur Agee travel 90 minutes each way from inner-city Chicago to St. Joseph High School in Westchester, Illinois, a predominately white suburban school well-known for the excellence of its basketball program. Gates and Agee dream of NBA stardom, and with the support of their close-knit families, they battle the social and physical obstacles that stand in their way. This acclaimed documentary was shot over the course of five years.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →Hoop Dreams is a very strong film rated 7.6/10. Great direction and performances make this one well worth adding to your watchlist.
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A classic from 1994. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.
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William Gates
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Arthur Agee
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Gene Pingatore
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Steve James
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Dick Vitale
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Bobby Knight
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Spike Lee
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Isiah Thomas
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