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Brian's Song is a 1971 ABC Movie of the Week that recounts the life of Brian Piccolo , a Chicago Bears football player stricken with terminal cancer, focusing on his friendship with teammate Gale Sayers (Billy Dee Williams).
Jan 1, 1971 · Brian’s Song is a true story about a brotherhood between two football players, Gale Sayers and Brian Piccolo. Their friendship grows as they face adversity and each other. They compete for the same running back position for the Chicago Bears.
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Jul 31, 2024 · Brian’s Song was critically acclaimed for its authentic portrayal of the world of professional football. The film tackled the highs and lows of the sport, showcasing the physical and emotional toll it takes on athletes.
A drama about the deep friendship between Gale Sayers, black halfback for the Chicago Bears, and his white teammate, Brian Piccolo, who died of cancer in 1970 Access-restricted-item true
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Aug 1, 1983 · BRIAN'S SONG. Hardcover – August 1, 1983. by William Blinn (Author) 7. See all formats and editions. Two men. Once names Gale Sayers, the other Brian Piccolo. They came from different parts of the country. They competed fiercely for the same job.
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Sep 24, 2020 · The Brian's Song script was written by William Blinn, who was later credited as the screenwriter on Prince’s Purple Rain. Blinn obviously intended the slur scene to provide comic relief.
Brian's Song: A True Story of Courage and Brotherhood--On and Off the Football Field Mass Market Paperback – Aug. 1 1983. by William Blinn (Author) 4.5 58 ratings. See all formats and editions. Winner of five Emmy awards. Two men. Once names Gale Sayers, the other Brian Piccolo. They came from different parts of the country.
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