Stand (2023)

3.2/10 • 107 min • Documentary

Overview

Raw and unflinching examination of the courageous life of basketball star and social justice activist Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf. Born Chris Jackson, he overcame tremendous adversity to reach the NBA and found his true calling when he converted to Islam. His decision not to stand for the national anthem, however, turned him from prodigy to pariah. Told candidly by Abdul-Rauf himself more than 20 years later it’s the remarkable story of one man who kept the faith and paved the way for a social justice movement.

Cast

Shaquille O'Neal

Self - LSU Teammate, 1989-90

Ice Cube

Self - Rapper-Actor; Founder BIG3

Stephen Curry

Self - Golden State Warriors Guard

Steve Kerr

Self - Former Chicago Bulls Guard, 1993-98

Jalen Rose

Self - University of Michigan Fab 5

Mahershala Ali

Self - Actor

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