Schlessinger Video Productions released this 30-minute film in 1994 as part of the series "Black Americans of Achievement Video Collection II". Based on the book by Tony Gentry with the movie narrated by John O'Neal, the intended audience is 5th grade and higher. This is the story of Jesse Owens in the 1936 Olympic games in Berlin, where he set world records in track and field. Also discussed are the racial prejudices Owens faced as a young athlete in America and his life after having been an Olympic superstar. Writing credits belong to the team of Amy A. Tiedel, Jeff Wachman, and Scott Kraus with music by Michael Keck.
