Mr. Temple and the Tigerbelles (2018)

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The Tigerbelles, coached by the legendary, irascible Mr. Temple, were a group of African American female track athletes who broke the color barrier of the Olympics in the 1950s and '60s, winning 16 gold medals, over 30 national titles, and 100 percent of them received college degrees, all during the Jim Crow era.

Director: Thomas L. Neff
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 40 min
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mr. Temple and the Tigerbelles about?
The Tigerbelles, coached by the legendary, irascible Mr. Temple, were a group of African American female track athletes who broke the color barrier of the Olympics in the 1950s and '60s, winning 16 gold medals, over 30 national titles, and 100 percent of them received college degrees, all during the Jim Crow era.
Who directed Mr. Temple and the Tigerbelles?
Mr. Temple and the Tigerbelles was directed by Thomas L. Neff.
How long is Mr. Temple and the Tigerbelles?
Mr. Temple and the Tigerbelles has a runtime of 40m (40 minutes).
What genre is Mr. Temple and the Tigerbelles?
Mr. Temple and the Tigerbelles is a Documentary film.