Stand (2023)

Name: Stand
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2023
Duration: 107 min
Rating: 3.3
Cast: Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, Shaquille O'Neal, Ice Cube, Olden Polynice, Stephen Curry

1h 47m United States of America

Documentary

Plot

A gripping and honest portrayal of Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, the basketball legend and social justice advocate who defied the odds to make it to the NBA. Originally known as Chris Jackson, he faced significant challenges before discovering his path following his conversion to Islam. His refusal to stand for the national anthem transformed him from a celebrated talent into a controversial figure. More than two decades later, Abdul-Rauf narrates his extraordinary journey, highlighting his unwavering commitment to his beliefs and his role in sparking a movement for social justice.

Cast

Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf Shaquille O'Neal Ice Cube Olden Polynice Stephen Curry Steve Kerr Jalen Rose Mahershala Ali David Jackson Leonard Bennett Gerald Austin Owen Miller Joseph Jancovic Dale Brown Stanley Roberts