Hoop Dreams

1994·United States·170 min.
Hoop Dreams
7.6
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Two ordinary inner-city kids dare to dream the impossible — professional basketball glory — in this epic chronicle of hope and faith. Filmed over a five-year period, Hoop Dreams follows young Arthur Agee and William Gates as they navigate the complex, competitive world of scholastic athletics while striving to overcome the intense pressures of family life and the realities of their Chicago streets. This Sundance Award Audience Winner chronicles two remarkable families who challenge the American dream.

DirectorSteve James
CinematographyPeter Gilbert
Original titleHoop Dreams