1999
7.0 (3 votes)
0h 59m
Official Website
Genres
Documentary
History
Production Companies
HBO Sports
Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games
Overview
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.
Key Crew
Director: George Roy
Writer: Steven Stern
Producer: Steven Stern, George Roy
Director of Photography: Ken Woo, Tony Smalls, G. John Slagle, David Pryke, Rob Newman
