Drama ·Family · United States of America · 1991 · 1h 44m

Pistol: The Birth of a Legend

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Director
Frank C. Schröder
Cast
Millie Perkins as Helen Maravich Nick Benedict as Press Maravich Adam Guier as Pete Maravich Murrell Garland as Coach Pendleton Tom Lester as Pete as adult Buddy Petrie as Buddy Pendleton
Crew
Randy Walsh — Director of Photography Brent Havens — Original Music Composer Darrel Campbell — Novel Peter Maravich — Story Samuel Benedict — Producer Darrel Campbell — Producer
Tagline

The story behind the life of one of the greatest basketball players of all time.

Synopsis

A story about the great basketball player "Pistol" Pete Maravich when he was in the eighth grade. He plays on the varsity basketball team at Daniel High School but has some very difficult obstacles standing in his way of playing. The only support he has is from his father, retired basketball pro Press Maravich.

Mood & Themes
sportsbased on true storybasketball
Key Collaborators
Frank C. Schröder Director Randy Walsh Director of Photography Brent Havens Original Music Composer Darrel Campbell Novel Peter Maravich Story Samuel Benedict Producer Darrel Campbell Producer John Sperry Wade Production Design Deanna Doran Costume Design
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