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Black Power Salute

200859mGeoff Small
IMDb 7.5

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A film about one of the most iconic images of the 20th century, the moment when the radical spirit of the 1960s upstaged the greatest sporting event in the world. Two men made a courageous gesture that reverberated around the world, and changed their lives forever. This film is about Tommie Smith and John Carlos' protest at the 1968 Olympics.

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Vietnam WarOlympic GamesFbiProtestBlack Panther PartyRacismHuman RightsPolitical ProtestDesegregationRadical Politics

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What is Black Power Salute (2008) about?

A film about one of the most iconic images of the 20th century, the moment when the radical spirit of the 1960s upstaged the greatest sporting event in the world. Two men made a courageous gesture that reverberated around the world, and changed their lives forever. This film is about Tommie Smith and John Carlos' protest at the 1968 Olympics.

Who stars in Black Power Salute?

Black Power Salute stars Colin Salmon (Narrator (voice)), Edwin Moses (Self - 400m Hurdles; Olympic Gold 1976, 1984), Kwame Kwei-Armah (Self), Delroy Lindo (Self), Steven Millner (Self - Professor, San Jose State University). The film was directed by Geoff Small.

How long is Black Power Salute?

Black Power Salute has a runtime of 59 min and premiered in 2008.

Is Black Power Salute worth watching?

Black Power Salute holds an IMDb rating of 7.5/10. Fans of Documentary, TV Movie are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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