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Lenny Cooke

"Remember His Face."

December 6, 2013 1h 28m 6.8/10 (12 votes)

Originally released in 2013. Lenny Cooke is a documentary film. directed by Josh Safdie. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Lenny Cooke, Carmelo Anthony, and Joakim Noah

Synopsis

In 2001, Lenny Cooke was the most hyped high school basketball player in the country, ranked above future greats LeBron James, Amar’e Stoudemire, and Carmelo Anthony. A decade later, Lenny has never played a minute in the NBA. In this quintessentially American documentary, filmmaking brothers Joshua and Benny Safdie track the unfulfilled destiny of a man for whom superstardom was only just out of reach.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 6, 2013 12 years ago
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Runtime 1h 28m 88 minutes total
User Rating 6.8/10 Good (12 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Shop Korn Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lenny Cooke about?

In 2001, Lenny Cooke was the most hyped high school basketball player in the country, ranked above future greats LeBron James, Amar’e Stoudemire, and Carmelo Anthony. A decade later, Lenny has ne...

Who directed Lenny Cooke?

Lenny Cooke was directed by Josh Safdie.

How long is Lenny Cooke?

Lenny Cooke has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).

When was Lenny Cooke released?

Lenny Cooke was released on December 6, 2013 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Lenny Cooke?

The main cast of Lenny Cooke includes Lenny Cooke, Carmelo Anthony, Joakim Noah, Harvey Araton, Damany Eastman.