He Got Game is a 1998 sports drama film directed by Spike Lee. The story follows Jake Shuttlesworth, a prison inmate who is given a temporary release to convince his son, Jesus, a highly recruited basketball prospect, to play for the governor's alma mater in exchange for a reduced sentence.
As Jake tries to reconnect with his estranged son, Jesus must navigate the pressures of fame, family expectations, and his own desires. The film explores themes of father-son relationships, the corrupt nature of college sports, and the pursuit of dreams.
He Got Game features powerful performances from Denzel Washington as Jake and Ray Allen as Jesus. The film's soundtrack, composed by Public Enemy, adds to the intensity of the story and the emotions of the characters.
Overall, He Got Game is a thought-provoking and emotional film that delves into the complexities of family, ambition, and the sacrifices we make for success.
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He Got Game
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John Henry
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Appalachian Springs
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Hoe-Down
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Down a Country Lane
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Grandfather's Story
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Interlude
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Our Town
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New England Countryside
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Dream March and Circus Music
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Letter from Home
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Orchestral Variations
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Fanfare for the Common Man
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Pas de Trois
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Lincoln Portrait
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Billy the Kid
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He Got Game
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Game Face
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What You Need Is Jesus
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House of the Rising Son
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Kerwin Young:
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Kerwin Young: Writer Chuck D: Writer Public Enemy: Performer Pete Townshend: Writer |
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Resurrection
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Unstoppable
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Politics of the Sneaker Pimps
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Theme
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John Colby:
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Grandfather's Story
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The Red Pony (1949):
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Appalachian Spring (Very Slowly)
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Aaron Copland:
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Appalachian Spring (Calm and Flowing)
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Aaron Copland:
Performer
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Appalachian Spring (Moderato. Coda)
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Aaron Copland:
Performer
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Rodeo (Four Dance Episodes)
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Aaron Copland:
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Lincoln Portrait (Orchestral Version Without Narration)
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Aaron Copland:
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Music for the Theatre (Interlude)
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Aaron Copland:
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Dance Panels (Ballet in Seven Sections)
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Aaron Copland:
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Grover's Corner from "Our Town" (From Music for Movies)
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Aaron Copland:
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Billy the Kid (Orchestral Suite)
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Aaron Copland:
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