Fists of Freedom examines one of the 20th century’s most memorable moments — the dramatic “Black Power” demonstration of American sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos on the victory stand at the 1968 Summer games in Mexico City. Using rare footage, archival photos and interviews with key figures from the era, revisit a pivotal event in American history.
Editing
Archival footage cuts like a blade.
Direction
Roy lets silence do the screaming.
Director
George Roy
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The gloves were Smith's—Carlos forgot his, so they shared one pair between them. That's why only one fist is gloved in the iconic photo.
Avery Brundage, who ordered them expelled, had no problem with Nazi salutes at the '36 Berlin Games he attended. The hypocrisy is the point.
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