description Above the Rim Overview
Above the Rim is a 1994 American sports drama directed by Jeff Pollack. It follows Kyle Watson, a talented high-school basketball player in New York who faces pressure from competitive ambitions, family relationships, and the lure of street life. Duane Martin plays Kyle, while Tupac Shakur appears as Birdie, a central figure connected to the film's criminal and streetball world. It is aimed at viewers interested in basketball-centered coming-of-age dramas.
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How good is Above the Rim?
Above the Rim scores 6.46/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Sports Film category.
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