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The film is based on the life of Syracuse University football player Ernie Davis, the first African American to win the Heisman Trophy, portrayed by actor Rob Brown. The Express explores civil rights topics, such as racism, discrimination and athletics.
The Express: Directed by Gary Fleder. With Rob Brown, Dennis Quaid, Darrin Dewitt Henson, Omar Benson Miller. A drama based on the life of college football hero Ernie Davis, the first African-American to win the Heisman Trophy.
10 paź 2008 · Play Trailer. He changed our country... one yard at a time. Overview. Follow the inspirational life of college football hero Ernie Davis, the first African-American to win the Heisman Trophy. Gary Fleder. Director. Charles Leavitt. Writer.
Based on the incredible true story, The Express follows the inspirational life of college football hero Ernie Davis (Rob Brown), the first African-American to win the Heisman Trophy. Following his draft by the NFL, tragedy struck the star athlete and he was never able to take the professional field.
The Express Movie Guide with Leadership Activities will help teachers use the story of Ernie Davis to educate their students about racial segregation, triumph over adversity, and the power of sports to bring about social change.
Year: 2008. Original title: The Express. Synopsis: Based on the incredible true story, "The Express" follows the inspirational life of college football player Ernie Davis (Rob Brown), the first African-American to win the Heisman Trophy. ...
10 paź 2008 · The Express (2008) chronicles the life of Ernie Davis, the first African American to win the Heisman Trophy. Set against the backdrop of civil rights struggles in the 1950s and 60s, the film highlights Davis's rise as a football icon at Syracuse University and his impact on sports and society.
