This biopic focuses on the relationship of Ernie Davis (1939-1963), a gifted African-American athlete, and his coach from 1958 to 1962 at Syracuse University, Ben Schwartzwalder (1909-1993).

Sharp-eyed viewers will notice that the director inserted some references to the earlier film into The Polar Express. In the beginning of the animated movie, we’re shown a photograph of Santas ...