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Bernie and Ernie

Call Number

  • DVD 796.323 B528 (CEN)

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Performers

Bernard King, Ernie Grunfeld.

Publication Information

[United States] : ESPN Home Entertainment, [2014]

Physical Description

1 videodisc (51 min.) : sound, color with black and white sequences ; 4 3/4 in.

Audience

TV-PG.

Summary

When Bernard King arrived at Knoxville, he was only the third African-American ever to play for the Vols' varsity team. By the time he left he was a legend. Along with talented teammate Ernie Grunfeld, they gained national acclaim as part of what was known as "The Bernie and Ernie Show." Director Jason Hehir follows Kings strict upbringing in Brooklyn, New York, the challenges he faced at the University of Tennessee, and the obstacles he overcame in the NBA as he looked to live up to the promise of his college career.

Notes

Title from container.

Originally broadcast as part of the series 30 for 30, season II on ESPN in 2013.

Bonus features: Director's statements ; deleted scenes.

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