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Hoop Dreams (1994)171 minDocumentaryRating 69/100

Two boys, William Gates and Arthur Agee, from Chicago, balance the harsh realities of inner-city living with their dreams of playing professional basketball. For half a decade, the filmmakers document the athletes as they strive to meet their goals.

Cast: William Gates, Arthur Agee, Gene Pingatore, Steve James, Dick Vitale, Bobby Knight, Spike Lee

Director: Steve James