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Pistol: The Birth of a Legend(1991)
Status: Released
Date: 1991-09-29
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Time: 1h 44m
The story behind the life of one of the greatest basketball players of all time.
Overview:
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.
Languages: English.
Countries:
United States of America
ProductionCompanies:
L.A. Film Partners
Movie: Pistol: The Birth of a Legend
Top 10 Billed Cast
Millie Perkins
Helen Maravich
Nick Benedict
Press Maravich
Tom Lester
Pete as adult
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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.
Release Date
1991-09-29
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The story behind the life of one of the greatest basketball players of all time.
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