Edition |
Standard format. |
Description |
1 videodisc (55 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in. |
System Details |
DVD; Dolby digital 5.1; region 1. |
Language |
Soundtrack in English. |
Note |
Title and credits from container. |
Performer |
Narrator, Peter Mason. |
Credits |
Music, John Hill. |
Note |
Special features: classic footage of championship fight against Max Baer; interview with George Foreman and boxing historians; profiles of Braddock and his family during the Great Depression. |
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Container erroneously omits the "l' in Brian Gillogly. |
Summary |
Chronicles the life of boxer James Braddock, focusing on how his underdog victory helped offer hope to a nation suffering from the devastating effects of the Great Depression. |
Contents |
A time that needed hereos -- A shot at the title -- The backslide -- A glimmer of hope -- Second chance -- Braddock vs. Baer -- A title to defend -- Lose it on the deck -- Pride of a champion. |
Subject |
Braddock, James J. (James Joseph), 1905-1974.
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Boxers (Sports)
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Boxing.
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Genre/Form |
Documentary films.
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Biographical films.
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Added Author |
Mason, Peter.
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Krantz, Nick.
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Preston, Shelly.
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Preston, John.
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Gillogly, Brian.
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Added Title |
Jim Braddock, the real story |
ISBN |
1594430055 |
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9781594430053 |
Standard No. |
743452190522 |
Music No. |
GH1905 Goldhil Video |
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