
Stand
He sacrificed everything but his principles
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Synopsis:
Raw and unflinching examination of the courageous life of basketball star and social justice activist Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf. Born Chris Jackson, he overcame tremendous adversity to reach the NBA and found his true calling when he converted to Islam. His decision not to stand for the national anthem, however, turned him from prodigy to pariah. Told candidly by Abdul-Rauf himself more than 20 years later it’s the remarkable story of one man who kept the faith and paved the way for a social justice movement.
Top Cast:
Mahmoud Abdul-RaufSelf
Shaquille O'NealSelf - LSU Teammate, 1989-90
Ice CubeSelf - Rapper-Actor; Founder BIG3
Olden PolyniceSelf - Former Sacramento Kings Teammate
Stephen CurrySelf - Golden State Warriors Guard
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