Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games

08/12/1999

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0hr 59min

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Documentary

,History

STORY

Fists of Freedom examines one of the 20th century’s most memorable moments — the dramatic “Black Power” demonstration of American sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos on the victory stand at the 1968 Summer games in Mexico City. Using rare footage, archival photos and interviews with key figures from the era, revisit a pivotal event in American history.

CAST & CREW

    Cast

  • Liev Schreiber
  • Neil Amdur
  • Bob Beamon
  • Ralph Boston
  • Avery Brundage

    INFORMATION

      Production Companies

    • HBO Sports

      Production Countries

    • United States of America

    LANGUAGES

    • English