Bernie & Ernie
When Bernard King arrived at Knoxville, he was only the third African-American ever to play for the Vols' varsity team. By the time he left he was a legend. Along with talented teammate Ernie Grunfeld, they gained national acclaim as part of what was known as "The Ernie and Bernie Show." Director Jason Hehir follows King's strict upbringing in Brooklyn, New York, the challenges he faced at the University of Tennessee, and the obstacles he overcame in the NBA as he looked to live up to the promise of his college career.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2013 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Documentary, TV Movie |
| Director | Jason Hehir |
| Runtime | 52 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.0/10 (1 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
Director Jason Hehir constructs the narrative not as a mere sports chronicle, but as an exploration of friendship, racial barriers, and the weight of expectation. He relies on archival footage and candid interviews to reveal what lay behind the duo's very public success.
What lingers after viewing is a portrait of how personal demons and external circumstances test even the brightest talent. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Jason Hehir
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Watch attentively to appreciate both the athletic triumph and the deeper social narrative.
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