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89 Blocks

Name: 89 Blocks
Director: Josh Oshinsky
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2017-11-15
Duration: 86 min
Rating: 8.3
Cast: Rey Estes, Jeff Thomas, Darren Sunkett, Jarell Anderson

2017 1hr : 26m Documentary ★ 8.3

The story of the East St. Louis High Flyers’ surprising run to the 2016 state football title isn’t just a local narrative. It’s a national story about a community in crisis and a football team reaching unpredictable heights. High School All American Jeff Thomas nearly gets tossed off the team and Rey Estes, the quarterback, seeks redemption after his junior season is cancelled by a teacher strike Others seek a college offer as a way out of their situation.

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Rey EstesSelf - Quarterback

Jeff ThomasSelf - Wide Receiver

Darren SunkettSelf - Head Coach

Jarell AndersonSelf - Running Back

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Is 89 Blocks right for you?

Why it may be worth watching

89 Blocks combines Documentary elements in one feature.
The principal cast includes Rey Estes, Jeff Thomas, Darren Sunkett.

Who may enjoy it

Best suited to viewers looking for Documentary. Its shorter runtime also makes it easier to fit into one sitting.

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sports documentary