Jesse Owens
Originally released in 2012. Jesse Owens is a documentary/history film. directed by Laurens Grant. At just 53 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Andre Braugher, Jesse Owens, and Adolf Hitler
Synopsis
Jesse Owens details Jesse's early career; describes Adolf Hitler s outsized ambitions for the 1936 Olympics; explores the movement in Western democracies to boycott the event; and explains the pressures on Owens to attend. The film also explores why, despite his success in Germany, Owens struggled to find a place for himself in a United States that was still wrestling with its own deeply entrenched racism.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 2, 2012
14 years ago
Runtime
0h 53m
53 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- GBH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesse Owens about?
Jesse Owens details Jesse's early career; describes Adolf Hitler s outsized ambitions for the 1936 Olympics; explores the movement in Western democracies to boycott the event; and explains the pres...
Who directed Jesse Owens?
Jesse Owens was directed by Laurens Grant.
How long is Jesse Owens?
Jesse Owens has a runtime of 0 hours and 53 minutes (53 minutes total).
When was Jesse Owens released?
Jesse Owens was released on January 2, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Jesse Owens?
The main cast of Jesse Owens includes Andre Braugher, Jesse Owens, Adolf Hitler.