This screening will be preceded by a pre-recorded introduction by director Steve James.

“Along the way it becomes a revealing and heartbreaking story about life in America.” - Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

“The most powerful movie about sports ever made.” - Hal Hinson, Washington Post

Monday, June 6 at 6:00pm | One of the greatest documentaries of all time, HOOP DREAMS is the remarkable true story of William Gates and Arthur Agree and an intimate reflection of contemporary American inner-city culture, following two American dreamers on the courts of the game they love. This screening will be introduced by director Steve James.


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