Student Athlete

A sobering, clear-eyed look at young athletes caught in a system that profits from their sweat, leaving you frustrated and thoughtful.

Directed by

Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, Trish Dalton

Genres

Documentary

Starring

LeBron James

Tagline

A billion dollar industry where athletes play for free.

Overview

Unveils the exploitative world of high-revenue college sports through the stories of young men at varying stages in their athletic careers.

How it feels

Earnest, melancholic and tense. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Class, power, exploration, justice

Content

Mild violence and language. No gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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