Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games
Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games

Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games

August 12, 1999 | 59 min

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.

Genres

Documentary History

Cast

Naomi Scott

Liev Schreiber

Naomi Scott

Bob Beamon

Naomi Scott

Ralph Boston

Naomi Scott

Avery Brundage

Naomi Scott

John Carlos

Naomi Scott

John Coatsworth

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