The incredible true story of gold medal champion Jesse Owens
Young Jesse Owens becomes a track and field sensation while attending the Ohio State University in the early 1930s. With guidance from coach Larry Snyder, Owens gains national recognition for breaking numerous records. After heated debates, the United States decides not to boycott the Olympics in Nazi Germany. Overcoming racism at home and abroad, Owens seizes the opportunity to show Berlin and the the world that he’s the fastest man alive.
MPAA: Rated PG-13 for thematic elements and language
Principal Cast: Stephan James, Jason Sudeikis, Eli Goree
Director: Stephen Hopkins
Germany’s top long jumper gives his rival, Jesse, some much-needed advice on how to avoid a penalty.
Themes: Sportsmanship, Focus, Olympics, Talent, Goals, Greatness, Excellence, Skill, Competition
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After winning gold, the Fuhrer refuses to congratulate Jesse because of the color of his skin.
Themes: Olympics, Training, Talent, Goals, Greatness, Excellence, Skill, Competition, Running
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German Olympic officials put pressure on the American relay team to sit their two Jewish runners.
Themes: Olympics, Training, Talent, Goals, Greatness, Excellence, Skill, Competition, Running
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The two Jewish runners forced out of the relay insist that Jesse run in their place, and that he win.
Themes: Olympics, Training, Talent, Goals, Greatness, Excellence, Skill, Competition, Running
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