Summaries

Through the hardships of growing up in a township where poverty, crime, and HIV rates are extremely high, their Hoop Dreams is what brings them Hope for a better tomorrow. Follow Coach Lala and I as we go deep into these violent streets in townships surrounding Cape Town, South Africa, and Harare, Zimbabwe. Coach Lala is one of the top life skill and basketball coaches in South Africa. After nearly being killed in a home invasion, Lala gets back on his feet and takes us through one day with 5 of the top young basketball prodigies in the nation. Basketball is more than just a game for these kids, it symbolizes hope for a brighter future.—Anonymous

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Genres
  • Comedy
  • Drama
  • Sport
  • Documentary
Release date Feb 26, 2009
Countries of origin Canada South Africa Zimbabwe
Language English

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Runtime 1h 28m
Color Color
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