The Games in Black & White (2025)

2025 • 1h 40m • Documentary

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On September 25, 2026

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"The Games in Black & White" tells the inspiring story of a friendship that broke down barriers during the civil rights era in the American South. It follows the remarkable partnership between Andrew Young, a leading African-American figure, and Billy Payne, a white businessman. They worked together to overcome social obstacles and achieve great success in bringing the Olympics to Atlanta. The film provides an in-depth look at how the Games transformed the city, from their planning to their lasting impact. It shows how this unlikely collaboration between two men from different backgrounds fostered growth and change in Atlanta. The story explores race relations, civic pride, and unity as it chronicles the city's development through the historic Olympics. Following Andrew Young and Billy Payne, the film highlights how progress happens when people work together, despite their differences. "The Games in Black & White" is a moving reminder of human resilience and the power of friendship to shape society.

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