Movie·1991·1h 44m
Pistol: The Birth of a Legend
The story behind the life of one of the greatest basketball players of all time.
Country
United States of America
Language
English
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// overview
The Story
A story about the great basketball player "Pistol" Pete Maravich when he was in the eighth grade. He plays on the varsity basketball team at Daniel High School but has some very difficult obstacles standing in his way of playing. The only support he has is from his father, retired basketball pro Press Maravich.
Producer
Frank C. Schröder, Samuel Benedict
Cinematography
Randy Walsh
Music
Brent Havens
Themes
Production House
Audience Score
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// cast
Cast
Millie Perkins
Helen Maravich
Nick Benedict
Press Maravich
Adam Guier
Pete Maravich
Murrell Garland
Coach Pendleton
Tom Lester
Pete as adult
Buddy Petrie
Buddy Pendleton
Darrel Campbell
Carl Connfield
Wendy Leblanc
Sandy
John Richardson
Moose
Melinda Walsh
Rachel
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Crew
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