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Above The Rim

1994, Movie, R, 101 mins

Above The Rim: Review

A superficial and predictable sports drama with an inner-city background, ABOVE THE RIM nevertheless offers engaging characters, fast-paced direction, and strong performances by several young African-American actors. Kyle (Duane Martin), a basketball star at a Harlem high school, plans to play in a neighborhood tournament, the Uptown Shootout, on a team fielded by his school coach, Mike Rollins (David Bailey). But after Kyle receives a tongue-lashing from Rollins, he defec... read more leave a comment