
He Got Game
A basketball player's father must try to convince him to go to a college so he can get a shorter prison sentence.
Release Year
1998
Runtime
136 min
Audience Score
6.8
Genres
Drama
Story Snapshot
A basketball player's father must try to convince him to go to a college so he can get a shorter prison sentence.
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He Got Game is a immersive pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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