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

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

7 | 1999-08-12 | Documentary History

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.

Featured Crew

David Pryke Director of Photography
Steven Stern Writer
Steven Stern Producer
Ross Greenburg Executive Producer
Jack Raybin Associate Producer
G. John Slagle Director of Photography
George Roy Editor
George Roy Director
Ken Woo Director of Photography
Tony Smalls Director of Photography

Cast

Liev Schreiber
Liev Schreiber
Narrator (voice)
Avery Brundage
Avery Brundage
Self (archive footage)
John Carlos
John Carlos
Self (archive footage)

Images

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