PG-13

Hoop Dreams

An Extraordinary True Story.

1994 • 174 min • Documentary

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Synopsis

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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Best from age 13

Movie Knight Score

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Two African-American teenagers from inner-city Chicago chase their dreams of NBA stardom through a suburban high school basketball program. Over five years, this documentary follows their journey, showing the immense challenges they and their families face in pursuit of their goals. It's a powerful look at ambition, family support, and the harsh realities of their environment.

Violence & peril: 3/10
Language: 3/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 3/10
Romance & sensuality: 1/10
Scary moments: 2/10