The Great White Hope 1970
“He could beat any white man in the world. He just couldn't beat all of them.”
What is The Great White Hope?
The Great White Hope is a film first released in 1970. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1970
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 103 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 11, 1970
- Studios
- Lawrence Turman Productions, 20th Century Fox
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Overview
The Great White Hope is a film first released in 1970. Catalogued under Drama. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A black champion boxer struggles to survive against a hostile white boxing establishment.”
- Features acclaimed performances by James Earl Jones and Jane Alexander
- Explores powerful historical themes of struggle and survival
- Deals with heavy and difficult themes
- May feature period-specific dramatic pacing
Watch it if you are interested in historical drama films featuring acclaimed lead performances.
The film deals with drama and historical conflict suited for mature audiences.
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When was The Great White Hope released?
The film was released in the United States in October 1970.
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Martin Ritt.
Who stars in the film?
The cast includes James Earl Jones, Jane Alexander, Lou Gilbert, Joel Fluellen, and Chester Morris.
Did the lead actors receive recognition for their roles?
Yes, James Earl Jones and Jane Alexander received Academy Award nominations for Best Actor and Actress.
What is the basic plot of the film?
A black champion boxer and his white female companion struggle to survive while the white boxing establishment attempts to knock him down.